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Discuss 10 roles of Horticulture in Kenya.

Discuss 10 roles of Horticulture in Kenya.

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Jim
-Source of foreign exchange-Through export of horticultural produce.
-Employment opportunities for millions of Kenyans working directly in the horticultural industry and indirectly to the Kenyans working in companies providing farm inputs.
-Their nutritional value for human consumption- Fruits and vegetables are a rich source of essential vitamins and minerals needed for proper functioning of the human body.
-Contribute to food security- Supply better food.
-Play an important in the economic growth- contributes approximately 24% of Kenya ´s GDP.
-Improved infrastructure- Has led to the expansion and development of
transport infrastructure.
-Social dimension- Prestige of growing horticultural crops such as fruits, flowers in the farm or compound.
-Contribute to biodiversity conservation and maintenance- Diversified system of giving an aesthetic touch to life.
-Source of raw material to industries- For example those involved in manufacture of fruit juices or flavoring of dairy products.
-Maintain ecological balance- Planting of trees helps to maintain ecological balance and increase precipitation in areas in addition to maintaining soil fertility through control of soil erosion and additional of humus through leaf foliage.
jim items answered the question on March 18, 2019 at 17:46

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