Factors Affecting the Performance of Coffee Industry in Kenya

Kenyan coffee is well-known and well-liked across the world. Kenyan beans produce a singular cup with a sharp, fruity acidity, combined with full body and rich fragrance. For a long period of time, coffee has been a major agricultural export earner for Kenya accounting for about 40% of the total income earned on agricultural exports. This has dramatically changed since 1988 with coffee currently accounting for 6% of the total agricultural exports. Coffee farming in Kenya has lately been influenced by decreased contract price despite the high marketing and processing costs that are borne by the farmers. This book provides insight on some of the factors that affect the performance of coffee industry in Kenya.