Avodemia Opens New Avocado Intake and Processing Branch in Thika, Kenya

Avodemia has expanded its avocado sourcing and processing network with the opening of a new branch in Thika, Kenya.

The new facility is strategically located to serve avocado farmers, suppliers, aggregators and cooperatives from Thika and the surrounding avocado-growing regions. It will receive Hass and Fuerte avocados for processing while strengthening Avodemia’s ability to supply avocado oil to local and international markets.

The opening of the Thika branch is an important milestone in Avodemia’s continued investment in Kenya’s avocado value chain. It brings avocado intake services closer to farmers while increasing access to modern processing infrastructure and dependable markets.

A New Avocado Intake Point for Thika Farmers

Farmers and avocado suppliers in and around Thika can now deliver eligible fruit directly to the new Avodemia facility.

The branch provides a more convenient intake location for suppliers who may previously have had to transport fruit over longer distances. This can help reduce logistical challenges, minimise delays and support faster movement of avocados from farms to the processing facility.

Avodemia is currently receiving:

Hass avocados
Fuerte avocados
Mature fruit that meets the required processing standards
Avocados supplied by individual farmers, aggregators and cooperatives

All fruit is assessed during intake to ensure it is suitable for avocado oil production.

Supporting Local Avocado Farmers and Suppliers

The Thika branch has been established to create a reliable market for avocado growers and suppliers in the region.

Through the new facility, Avodemia aims to provide farmers with a dependable delivery point, an efficient intake process and prompt payment for accepted fruit.

Key benefits for local suppliers include:

Instant payment on delivery
A reliable and fast intake process
A convenient collection point in Thika
Access to a year-round avocado processing market
Opportunities for long-term supply partnerships
A market for suitable processing-grade avocados

Avocado oil processing can also provide an alternative market for fruit that may not meet the visual requirements of the fresh export market.

Avocados with minor cosmetic marks or irregular shapes may still be suitable for processing, provided the fruit is mature, healthy and free from rot or serious damage.

Strengthening Avodemia’s Avocado Oil Supply Capacity

The new Thika branch will support Avodemia’s growing avocado oil operations by expanding the company’s access to quality raw materials from one of Kenya’s key agricultural regions.

The facility includes modern avocado oil processing equipment designed to support efficient extraction and consistent production.

Among the equipment installed at the branch is a Vitone V9 processing setup, which combines elevated malaxers with an industrial decanter.

The malaxers slowly mix prepared avocado paste, allowing oil droplets to combine before separation. The decanter then uses centrifugal force to separate the avocado oil from water and fruit solids.

While the machinery forms an important part of the facility, the main purpose of the Thika branch is to create a strong connection between local avocado producers and growing international demand for Kenyan avocado oil.

A Strategic Location in Thika

Thika is well positioned within Kenya’s agricultural supply network and is accessible to avocado-producing areas in Kiambu County and neighbouring regions.

The new Avodemia branch is located near Phase 10, off Garissa Road.

Directions from Thika Town
Drive along Garissa Road, A3, towards Makongeni.
Pass Mt. Sinai Hospital.
Look for DELTA Petrol Station on the right-hand side.
Turn right onto the murram road before DELTA Petrol Station.
Follow the road adjacent to Phase 10 for approximately 1.2 kilometres.
Continue straight to the Avodemia facility.

Google Maps location:
https://maps.google.com/?q=-1.0615682,37.0993491

Opportunities for International Avocado Oil Importers

The opening of the Thika branch also strengthens Avodemia’s ability to serve international avocado oil buyers.

By expanding its intake and processing network, Avodemia can work with a wider base of farmers and suppliers while improving the availability of avocados for oil production.

This is particularly important for overseas importers looking for:

Kenyan avocado oil suppliers
Bulk avocado oil exporters
Reliable sourcing from East Africa
Traceable avocado supply chains
Commercial avocado oil volumes
Long-term supplier partnerships
Avocado oil for food and cosmetic applications

Avodemia works with local farmers and avocado suppliers to source fruit for processing and value addition in Kenya.

International buyers can contact the company to discuss available avocado oil specifications, packaging formats, order volumes, documentation and export requirements.

Why Kenya Is an Important Avocado-Sourcing Market

Kenya has favourable growing conditions for avocado production and a strong farming base producing Hass and Fuerte varieties.

The country’s avocado industry supports thousands of farmers and continues to create opportunities in fresh fruit exports, local processing and avocado oil production.

By processing avocados locally, companies such as Avodemia help retain more value within the country while connecting Kenyan farmers to international food, cosmetic and personal-care markets.

The Thika branch supports this model by bringing intake, supplier engagement and processing closer to avocado-growing communities.

Fruit Quality Requirements for Suppliers

Farmers and suppliers delivering to the Thika branch should ensure that avocados are mature and suitable for processing.

Good handling practices can help preserve fruit quality and improve acceptance during intake.

Suppliers are encouraged to:

Harvest mature Hass or Fuerte avocados
Avoid mixing healthy fruit with rotten fruit
Protect avocados from cuts and impact damage
Keep fruit away from chemicals and contaminants
Use clean bags, crates or transport containers
Avoid unnecessary delays after harvesting
Contact Avodemia before delivering large volumes

Rotten, immature, contaminated or severely damaged fruit may not be accepted because it can affect oil yield and final product quality.

Building Long-Term Partnerships with Farmers

Avodemia welcomes partnerships with avocado farmers, farmer groups, cooperatives, aggregators and commercial farms.

The company’s goal is to develop dependable supply relationships that benefit both growers and the processing operation.

Farmers can contact Avodemia to enquire about:

Current avocado intake
Accepted avocado varieties
Fruit-quality requirements
Delivery arrangements
Large-volume supplies
Aggregator partnerships
Cooperative supply programmes

The Thika facility provides a new opportunity for farmers in the region to access an organised avocado market and participate in Kenya’s growing avocado-processing industry.

Partner With Avodemia

Avodemia welcomes enquiries from both local avocado suppliers and international avocado oil buyers.

For Farmers and Local Suppliers

Deliver suitable Hass and Fuerte avocados to the new Thika branch and benefit from a reliable, efficient intake process.

For International Buyers

Contact Avodemia to discuss Kenyan avocado oil supply, product specifications, commercial volumes, packaging and export requirements.

Phone: 0111 054 194 / 0797 177 623
Email: support@avodemia.com | inquiry@avodemia.com
Website: www.avodemia.com

Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the new Avodemia branch located?

The new branch is located near Phase 10, off Garissa Road in Thika, Kenya. Suppliers should turn onto the murram road before DELTA Petrol Station and continue for approximately 1.2 kilometres.

Which avocados are accepted at the Thika branch?

The branch receives suitable Hass and Fuerte avocados, subject to Avodemia’s current intake and quality requirements.

Does Avodemia pay farmers on delivery?

Avodemia offers instant payment on delivery for accepted fruit, together with a reliable and efficient intake process.

Can avocado aggregators supply the Thika branch?

Yes. Avodemia welcomes enquiries from aggregators, cooperatives, farmer groups, individual growers and commercial farms.

Does the Thika facility process avocado oil?

Yes. The facility includes modern processing equipment, including malaxers and a Vitone V9 decanter used during avocado oil extraction.

Can international buyers source avocado oil from Avodemia?

International buyers can contact Avodemia to discuss oil specifications, order quantities, packaging, samples and export documentation.

Some cosmetically imperfect fruit may be suitable for processing, provided it is mature, healthy and free from rot, contamination or severe damage.

Suppliers can call 0111 054 194 or 0797 177 623,

or

email support@avodemia.com and inquiry@avodemia.com.