Hass avocado is profitable in Kenya. You only need initial investment of Ksh100,000 which will yield Ksh 6.3 million profit.
1. Initial Investment Breakdown (100,000 Ksh)
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Seedling Purchase: Buy well-hardened Hass avocado seedlings, 2 feet tall and at least 1 year old, showing signs of dormancy break (new leaves).
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Cost per seedling: 150 Ksh
Number of seedlings: 100,000 / 150 = 666 seedlings
Total Cost: 100,000 Ksh
2. Land Preparation and Planting
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Spacing Requirements: Plant seedlings with approximately 5 x 5 meter spacing (for optimal growth and air circulation).
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Land Requirement: 666 seedlings will require about 4-5 acres.
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Planting Method: Ensure direct sunlight exposure, and avoid greenhouses or shade nets.
3. Care and Maintenance (First 2 Years)
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Watering: Regular watering, especially during dry seasons, to support root development.
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Fertilization: Apply appropriate fertilizers periodically to enhance growth and yield.
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Weeding and Pest Control: Regularly manage weeds and pests to protect plants.
4. Estimated Yield and Income (Starting in Year 2)
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Yield per Tree: Each mature Hass avocado tree can produce between 1,000–1,500 fruits per year.
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Average Number of Trees: 666 trees
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Projected Annual Yield: 666 trees x 1,000 fruits = 666,000 fruits
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Selling Price: Average market price of 10 Ksh per avocado
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Annual Revenue: 666,000 avocados x 10 Ksh = Shs. 6,660,000
5. Profit Projection
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Total Revenue (from Year 2 onward): 6,660,000 Ksh annually
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Operational Costs: Approx. 300,000 Ksh annually for labor, maintenance, water, and fertilization
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Estimated Annual Profit: Shs. 6,660,000 Ksh – 300,000 Ksh = 6,360,000
