Switzerland’s Dominance in the Commodities Trade
Switzerland has recently emerged as one of the world’s most important hubs in the global trade of commodities. But its
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Where our roses come from – commercial horticulture in Kenya
Growing flowers and vegetables for export is a vital source of revenue for Kenya and other East African countries. It provides jobs for local people, including women, and creates market channels for small-scale farmers to sell their crops. But working conditions and employment terms must be improved. Moreover, the industry is a major water consumer, competing for declining river water with other uses. This is a problem during the dry season, which corresponds with Europe's winter. Near Mt Kenya, the sector is shifting from using river water to relying more on stored water and boreholes.