Flower growers seek relief over rising production costs

Kenya’s flower industry is calling for urgent government intervention to address rising operating costs, logistical challenges and regulatory burdens that threaten the sector’s competitiveness. Industry players say that while the country’s floriculture sector remains one of the world’s leading exporters, increasing freight charges and market pressures are squeezing growers’ profits. The government, however, is confident that some of the concerns will be addressed in the upcoming budget.