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Del Monte Kenya has taken a significant step toward sustainable production by acquiring Mananasi Fibre Limited (MFL), a company that specializes in converting pineapple plant waste into useful products.
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The Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) gave the green light for the Thika-based firm to acquire full ownership of MFL, confirming that the transaction poses no threat to market competition in sectors such as textile-grade pineapple fibre, compost, and biochar production.
Del Monte, known for growing and processing pineapples, now aims to repurpose byproducts like leaves, stems, and peels that are often burned—practices that contribute to pollution and carbon emissions.
According to CAK, the deal not only supports a circular economy but also helps meet the rising demand for eco-friendly pineapple fibre, which is gaining popularity as a sustainable alternative in textiles, leather goods, and even the automotive industry.
The pineapple fibre market in Kenya is still young, with MFL, Pine Kazi, and Eco Nasi among the key players.
Composting, meanwhile, remains largely small-scale, typically done by farmers using on-farm materials.
