In the lush highlands of Kenya, nestled among the rolling hills, lies Kakuzi, a renowned avocado farm
where precision and care define every step of their avocado journey.
At Kakuzi, segregation isn’t just a practice; it’s an art form. Every crate, carefully color-coded, tells a story of its origin. From the verdant groves of Hass and Pinkaton avocado trees, the fruits embark on a meticulous journey. Hass, with its creamy texture and rich flavor, dominates the yield at 87%, while the unique Pinkaton variety adds its own distinct touch at 13%.
During the avocado season, the farm bustles with activity around the clock. Two shifts ensure that every avocado, plump with promise, meets stringent quality standards destined for European markets. But in the off-season, under the gentle African sun, the rhythm slows to a steady daytime beat, focusing on jointly care and attention.
Upon arrival at the packing facility, the avocados are offloaded and arranged on pallets, their weight
carefully recorded. Each fruit undergoes a thorough washing process, cleansing away any trace of soil and bacteria. A proper sorts out through the harvest is done, diverting imperfect avocados for
alternative use, such as oil production, ensuring that nothing goes to waste.
Next comes the sizing process, where avocados are graded to meet the preferences of discerning
international markets. From small to large, each fruit finds its place, destined for a journey across
continents.
Pallets, equipped with specialized gadgets, are whisked into the cold rooms, where they nestle among forty others, each maintaining a precise temperature of 6 degrees Celsius. Here, they patiently await their voyage, spending 45 days in cool, controlled conditions. Samples from each batch remain in the cold rooms, part of ongoing experiments to ensure peak quality during transit.
As the avocados prepare for their journey beyond Kenyan borders, the story of Kakuzi unfolds—a tale of dedication to quality, sustainability, and the art of perfecting nature’s bounty. From the sun-dappled fields to the frosty cold rooms, every step at Kakuzi is a testament to the passion for delivering the finest avocados to tables across Europe and beyond.
