Zucchini, also known as courgettes or summer squash , is quickly becoming one of the most profitable and easy-to-grow vegetables for smallholder farmers in Kenya. Belonging to the Cucurbitaceae family (which also includes cucumbers and pumpkins), zucchini is cultivated mainly for its immature tender fruits , which are used in salads, stir-fries, and pickles. courgettes With the rising demand for healthy, low-calorie vegetables, zucchini farming presents an excellent agribusiness opportunity , especially for farmers near urban markets such as Nairobi, Nakuru, Kisumu, and Mombasa.
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