Tag #Indigenous Vegetables

What is driving the increased demand for indigenous leafy greens in Kenya, and what are the immediate economic and health implications?

Demand for indigenous Kenyan leafy greens, known as "kienyeji," is surging, exceeding that of introduced vegetables like cabbage and spinach in some restaurants. This increased popularity is driven by a growing awareness of their nutritional benefits and superior taste. Production of these local greens has doubled in the last 10 years, reaching 300,000 tonnes in 2022.