Meshers have you ever thought about selling sugarcane from a wheelbarrow is a simple but profitable business in Kenya, especially in urban areas, bus stops, marketplaces, and near schools. Here’s a guide to help you start and succeed in this business:

1. Capital Requirements a) Wheelbarrow b) Sugarcane (initial stock) c) Panga d) Knife for peeling e) Gloves and apron f) Nylon paper bags for packaging g) Total initial stock of 10,000 to 15,000

2. Choosing the Right Location

The location will determine your sales. Ideal locations include:

Busy bus stops (Matatu stages)

Markets and open-air shopping centers

Near schools, colleges, or universities

Outside factories or construction sites (where workers take breaks)

High-traffic streets in towns and cities

3. Sourcing Sugarcane

You can buy sugarcane from:

Farmers in sugarcane-growing areas like Western Kenya (Kakamega, Bungoma, Mumias), Nyanza (Migori, Kisumu), or parts of Rift Valley.

Wholesale suppliers in markets like Marikiti, Gikomba, or Muthurwa in Nairobi.

Rural farms where sugarcane is cheaper, then transport to your selling area.

4. Pricing & Profitability

Sugarcane is sold in:

Whole sticks (KSh 50 - 150 depending on size)

Peeled and cut pieces (KSh 10 - 30 per piece)

Example Profit Calculation

If you buy 100 sugarcanes at KSh 50 each = KSh 5,000 investment

Each sugarcane can be cut into 10 pieces sold at KSh 20 each = KSh 20,000 revenue

Profit before expenses = KSh 15,000

After small costs (transport, knife sharpening, etc.), you can make KSh 10,000+ per batch

5. How to Attract More Customers

Offer fresh, juicy sugarcane (customers prefer soft, sweet varieties)

Be hygienic (wear gloves, use a clean knife, and cover the sugarcane)

Be mobile (move around busy areas to find customers)

Add a unique touch (offer ready-cut, peeled sugarcane in clean bags for office customers)

6. Challenges & How to Overcome them -There are few challenges like a) competition b) seasonal supply C) Transport cost d) Wether changes

As a mesher and young entrepreneur can you venture in such business which is very profitable 📈