Brief
29 June 2023
Horticulture in Kenya: Lessons from the Covid-19 Pandemic
Published by: Institute of Development Studies
The horticulture sector is fundamental to Kenya’s economy and its citizens’ livelihoods. However, global connectivity and high perishability make the sector vulnerable to shocks. The Covid-19 pandemic and related policy measures impacted the sector in multiple ways, with an estimated US$3m lost per day during lockdowns.