Editor’s Note: This article examines the rising stakes of supply chain traceability in East Africa at a time when the region is projected to contribute 19% of all additional global agricultural production over the next decade. Published alongside Koltiva’s Beyond Traceability Talks Vol. 4 webinar, “Building Supply Chain Traceability and Market Access for East African Exporters,” it distills insights from Agricultural Business Initiative (aBi) Development, Café Africa, Diageo

East Africa faces a €2.75 billion export risk as only 15% of agribusinesses meet emerging traceability requirements. As EU regulations tighten, east africa traceability has become critical to securing market access, protecting farmer livelihoods, and sustaining the region’s agricultural competitiveness.

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Barriers to traceability adoption in East African agriculture continue to block access to the EU market. This article explores the key challenges—from low awareness to digital gaps—and outlines practical steps to strengthen compliance, visibility, and export readiness.

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Over 60% of Africa’s population depends on agriculture for their livelihoods. Yet, millions of smallholder producers remain underserved—hindered by systemic inefficiencies, limited digital access, and the escalating impacts of climate change (International Labour Organization., 2023). The need for transformative action is urgent. Africa holds immense potential to lead the future of sustainable food systems. Realizing this promise requires inclusive, scalable, and trust-driven

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