The mushroom is a tasty, healthy, and environmentally friendly crop that can be grown in Kenya. Mushroom cultivation is a successful industry thanks to the increasing awareness of consumers concerning the numerous benefits of mushrooms. This article will provide an overview of the Kenyan mushroom market and suggest ways to compete with established competitors.
If you are starting mushroom farming in Kenya, you must locate reputable mushroom buyers.
Here are some of the mushroom buyers in Kenya:
1. Mushroom Blue Kenya
The Mushroom Blue farm is located in Limuru with a shop in Kikuyu where they collect, grade and brand the mushrooms collected from the farmers. The mushrooms are latter sold to various places.
Most farmers directly supply the mushroom to Mushroom Blue Kenya. Farmers are required to fill a form that captures all their information including the quantity of mushroom they expect to harvest and bank details.
To get in touch, call 0774 187 905
2. Richmum International Ltd.
Richman International is based in Nairobi Westlands
Call 0739 262 001 or email at richmumbasa@gmail.com to get in touch.
3. Mushrooms by ANNE Kimathi
It is located in Imenti House, Tom Mboya Street, shop c-6, Nairobi, Kenya.
They are open seven days a week (Monday to Sunday) from 08:00-17:00.
Contact: 0721 443198
4. Mushroom Guru Kenya
They are located in Kabati, Kenol, Murang’a and Nairobi Kenya.
Apart from buying mushroom in large scale from farmers and distributing them to the large market, Mushroom Guru Kenya also sell mushroom seeds better known as spawns.
They also grow mushroom and educate the communities on easy and simple mushroom production.
Contact: 0731 079150
5. Jolin Farm
They mainly educate and guide farmers on button mushroom farming. They are located in Dagoretti South in Nairobi, Kenya
Contact: 0705 880312
6. ELIMA Mushroom
They buy pure organic and chemical free mushrooms that they then sell to the ready market. Additionally, they also grow mushrooms under excellent and hygienic conditions.
Contact: 0725 498252
7. Wega Mushrooms
Wega mushrooms is located in Nairobi. They deliver fresh mushroom in both retail and wholesale. They also provide training on how to grow pure organic mushrooms.
Call: 0789 513420
8. Mushrooms Kenya
This is a leading mushroom farm in Kenya that produces quality organic edible mushrooms.
They also provide mentorship and training in addition to farming consultancy.
It is located in Karen Nairobi, Kenya.
Phone: 0705 210033
9. DimJim Mushrooms
They grow and sell fresh button mushrooms.
They are open from Monday to Saturday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
DimJim are located in Nakuru, Sigor Road.
Call: 0736 232478 or 0710825626
10. Syenta Mushroom Enterprise
They farm and sell fresh, healthy and nutritious mushrooms.
They are located in Nairobi, Ngong area.
Contact: 0710 451454
Other mushroom buyers in Kenya include: Icara Farms, Grand African Mushrooms, High Garden Mushrooms, Mush-tech mushrooms, and lastly, Mama’s Mushrooms.
Ways on How You May Market Your Mushroom Produce
Three different strategies for marketing mushrooms are as follows:
1. Use Signs and Billboards to Market Your Mushroom Business
Display signs throughout your area and in the nearby vegetable stores. Always be sure to highlight the mushrooms’ many nutritional advantages. Request that your consumers tell their family and friends about your mushroom company.
2. Engage International Organizations and Businesses
Farmers should seek out businesses that make dietary supplements from plant extracts when engaging in large-scale farming. As was previously said, mushrooms are excellent immune enhancers. Send them an email with your information using the links on their websites. International organizations also provide a large market for mushrooms, aiding in mushroom farming in Kenya for export.
3. Open a WhatsApp Group Marketing your Business
These days, WhatsApp groups provide a dependable venue for your product marketing. When the item is prepared for sale, inform your neighbours in a WhatsApp group that you’ve created. Share mouth-watering mushroom recipes to persuade folks to prepare the mushrooms.
Why is Mushroom Business So Profitable in Kenya?
As a result of the rising mushroom demand in Kenya, the existing supply is far from meeting demand. The strongest contributing element to Kenya’s high mushroom costs is this. Button mushrooms cost about Ksh. 1,000 for a kilo.
Is There a Market for Mushroom in Kenya?
Is there a market for mushrooms in Kenya? That’s the big question most mushroom farmers ask themselves.
Yes, there is a market for mushroom in Kenya. The demand is always high as opposed to supply since only a few of Kenya’s knowledgeable farmers are making this great investment. Most farmers have not yet fully grasped how profitable mushroom cultivation is.
Why Are Mushroom So Expensive in Kenya?
Being a fungus, most people wonder why mushrooms are so pricey. The fact that mushrooms, commonly referred to as the “fruit” of the fungi family, are a good source of antioxidants, lean proteins, and important vitamins is one of the reasons as to why they cost much.
The other reason is that growing mushrooms is a very complex process. People are hesitant to invest in it because of the difficult nature of its growth because it doesn’t grow on soil. A farmer might resolve this quickly if they had the necessary technical knowledge from professionals.
Health Benefits of Eating Mushrooms
You can’t go wrong with mushrooms. Eating mushrooms provides a lot of health benefits, so there is always a high demand for mushrooms in Kenya.
They are calorie-free, fat-free, sodium-free, and cholesterol-free. They are also a good source of fibre, vitamins, and minerals. The benefits to the health of various kinds of mushrooms vary.
Overall, they are a decent source of the nutrients listed below:
1. Antioxidants
Antioxidants help the body fight off dangerous free radicals that can cause conditions including heart disease and cancer. They also support your immune system and protect you from harm brought on by aging. Mushrooms are rich in the antioxidant selenium. They are the best source of minerals in the produce section.
2. Glucan beta
Beta-glucan, a soluble dietary fibre, has been strongly linked to decreasing cholesterol and fostering heart health. It can also help regulate blood sugar, lowering your risk of type 2 diabetes. Oyster and shiitake mushrooms are known to contain the most potent beta-glucans.
Vitamin B
Among the B vitamins plentiful in mushrooms are riboflavin, niacin, and pantothenic acid. The concoction protects cardiac health. Niacin helps the digestive system and skin remain healthy. Pantothenic acid benefits the nervous system and allows the body to produce antigens that fight against disease-causing germs.
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