(i) It helps in the propagation of improved planting material and establishment of observation and commercial orchards
(ii) Through carrying out horticulture related research
(iii) Through conducting of in-service courses to horticultural farmers at training institutions
(iv) GAT assists in the National Horticultural Development programme (NHDP) with a focus in western Kenya, Coast and Taita hills. The programme includes establishment wholesale markets in Nairobi, Kisumu and Mombasa
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