Global

In many parts of Africa, peanuts are usually known as groundnuts because the nut pods grow underground. Peanuts play an important nutritional role in many parts of Africa, since they have good fats and contain 7 grams of protein which helps combat child malnutrition.  They grow well in semi-arid regions and are a staple food as well as a revenue source for farmers. Although native to South America, the Portuguese introduced peanuts into their African enclaves, where they quickly spread throughout tropical Africa.
 

Kenya is located in East Africa near the Equator. As a native of Nairobi, Kenya, I have lived in the U.S. for over 14 years and grew up eating red runner peanuts over there and still enjoy them now. Traditional Kenyan foods reflect the many different lifestyles of the various groups in the country. These dishes are easy to make and quite nutritious which forms the foundation of Kenyan cuisine.

Some major holidays such as Christmas, Hanukkah and New Years are celebrated around the world, and food traditions vary from culture to culture. When family and friends gather together to celebrate, they usually eat dishes that are near and dear to their hearts. These foods are deeply rooted in history and tradition.

There is big demand for quality American foods abroad. We work cooperatively with the American Peanut Council to help USA-grown peanuts and products thrive in the export market.