VOICED : Elephants vs. avocados: new battle for territory in Kenya

The video discusses the controversy surrounding planned avocado farms near Amboseli National Park in Kenya. These farms threaten elephant migration routes and wildlife habitats, sparking environmental concerns. While the agribusiness company Keable Fresh argues for economic benefits, local communities and environmental groups oppose the development. Legal actions have been taken to halt the project, highlighting the tension between economic growth and environmental conservation.

What is the primary environmental concern regarding the avocado farms near Amboseli National Park?

• They will increase local employment.

• They will disrupt elephant migration routes.

• They will improve local infrastructure.

• They will boost avocado exports.

What economic benefit is highlighted by the farm owners regarding the avocado farm development?

• Creation of jobs for locals and beyond.

• Development of new schools.

• Improved local transportation.

• Increased tourism in the area.

How much did Kenya's avocado export profits increase in the last crop year?

• By 20%

• By 10%

• By 50%

• By 33%

What action did Kenya's environmental agency take in response to the avocado farm development?

• They approved the development.

• They ordered the farm to stop working.

• They increased funding for the project.

• They relocated the elephants.

What is the potential risk if the avocado farm development is allowed to continue?

• Higher avocado prices.

• Improved local infrastructure.

• More developers might follow suit.

• Increased tourism in the area.