Ledc- Kenyas Flower Growing Case Study Flashcards
1
Q
Why is Kenya an ideal climate for producing flowers?
A
- plenty of sunlight as near equator. Flowers have straight stems as grow towards the sun
- fertile soil as around Mt Kenya
- source of water from Lake Naivashia
- empty flat land to build business
- consistent climate of sun all year around.
2
Q
How much of Kenyans GDP is it?
A
14%
3
Q
Kenya is a lead export for roses to EU. What percentage of market is from Kenya?
A
38%
4
Q
What are the social advantages of it?
A
- creates job opportunities
- good working conditions
5
Q
How many people are indirectly employed?
A
500,000
6
Q
What are the social disadvantages?
A
- they look for workers that are educated so not many people have the opportunity to work there,
- conflict over water with farmers
- bad wages
7
Q
What are the economic advantages?
A
- contracts are permanent so job security
- $500 million dollars flower export
8
Q
What are the economic disadvantages?
A
- country is losing money. Not making as much money as it should.
- lots of money goes to international companies
- most profit under 5%
