The economy of Kenya is based on agriculture, tourism, and industrial services. Tomatoes, commonly known as nyanya in Kiswahili, are popular crops grown in Kenya and are typically used in preparing food to make them delicious. Additionally, tomatoes are used in salads and processed into tomato paste. Tomatoes are also a good source of vitamin C, potassium, and folate. But how much do tomatoes cost in Kenya? In this article, we explore the market prices of tomatoes in Kenya.
The price of one large tomato in major towns in Kenya is between Kshs 10 and Kshs 20, while the small size ranges from five to ten shillings. The prices typically vary with the season because, in some seasons, tomatoes are expensive and in higher demand than others.
Growing tomatoes is one of the lucrative businesses in Kenya since a meal is never complete with the taste of tomatoes. Tomatoes can be bought from super markets, grocery stores and open air market. Even though they are perishable crops, you can never go wrong in this venture.
How Much Is a Crate of Tomatoes in Kenya?
In Kenya, tomatoes are mainly sold in wooden crates of different sizes. You can buy the tomatoes directly from the farm or visit a nearby market.
In Kenya, the price of a crate of tomatoes is Kshs 8500 across the country.
The price of a crate of tomatoes is increasing due to high demand occasioned by dry weather that leads to a shortage of tomatoes in Kenya. Also, the price can fluctuate when demand is low.
The price of a 64kg crate of tomatoes in Kisumu is sold between Kshs 3160 and Kshs 7000, depending on the demand for these products in the market.
A crate of tomatoes in Kenya weighs 70 kg in various places in Kenya. Also, a crate weighs 64 kg of tomatoes in other areas like Kisumu.
How Much Is a Kilo of Tomatoes in Kenya?
In Kenya, a kilo of tomatoes is sold for between Kshs 100 and Kshs 150, depending on the season. For example, on a wholesale basis, a kilo of tomatoes in Mombasa and Kisumu is Kshs 140, Nakuru is Kshs 103, while Eldoret has an average price of Kshs 100.
In Nairobi, one kilo of tomatoes is sold at an average price of Kshs 100.
If you are looking for a place to get the best quality tomatoes in Nairobi, visit the Muthurwa market.
The wholesale price of a medium-sized wooden crate of tomatoes in Muthurwa is between Ksh 6500 and Ksh 7500. For a 40-kg crate of Ethiopian tomatoes, the price is Ksh 3500, while 30 kg of Kenyan tomatoes costs around Ksh 3700.