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FARM MECHANIZATION EXHIBITION MARKS INTERNATIONAL POTATO AND YOUTH DAY 2025
This year’s celebration was marked by a vibrant exhibition of farm mechanization and innovation, with several companies showcasing modern technologies and machinery tailored to boost productivity in potato farming….
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BOOSTING POTATO FARMING IN NANDI: FARMER TRAININGS AND PROGRESS UNDER KSPI
On 6th May 2025, NPCK through the Kenya Sustainable Potato Initiative (KSPI) funded by AGRA, participated in the Nandi County Agriculture Sector Steering Committee (CASSCOM) meeting held in Kapsabet….
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UNLOCKING WEALTH FROM THE SOIL: STRATEGIC INVESTMENT IN THE POTATO VALUE CHAIN AND SEED POTATO PRODUCTION
Potatoes are not just a staple food in Kenya, they are a powerful economic crop with the potential to uplift livelihoods and drive National economic growth. Among the most…
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RE-LAUNCH OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CROPS (IRISH POTATO) REGULATIONS 2019
The International Day of Potato, a key annual event in the potato industry organized by NPCK and stakeholders, held on 30th May at KALRO Marindas, Nakuru, highlighted the resilience…
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CATALYZING INCLUSIVE AGRI-FINANCING: KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM FINAS 2025
From May 20th to 22nd, NPCK participated in the Financing Agri-food Systems Sustainably (FINAS) 2025 dialogue. It convened stakeholders both locally and globally to explore innovative and inclusive financing…
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CERTIFIED SEED POTATO AVAILABILITY FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE 2025
NPCK plays a vital role in promoting and developing the potato sector in the country. Its efforts focus on improving production, quality, and marketing of potatoes while supporting farmers…
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HERBICIDE DRIFT IN KALRO MARIDAS MOLO: IMPORTANCE OF RESPONSIBLE SPRAYING PRACTICES
Herbicide drift occurs when spray droplets are carried by wind or air currents away from the intended target area. This can lead to unintended exposure of nearby crops, water…
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INTERNATIONAL DAY OF POTATO 2025
NPCK successfully hosted a two-day celebration to mark the International Day of Potato (IDP), drawing together more than 3,000 participants from across the potato value chain. The events highlighted…
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SHAPING HISTORY, CULTIVATING THE FUTURE OF KENYA’S POTATO SECTOR
This May, Kenya’s potato sector stood at a defining moment of progress, promise, and purpose. From energizing field-level engagement in Nandi County to celebrating global milestones through the International…
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NPCK and ASARECA Strengthen Collaboration to Boost the Potato Value Chain
Kampala, Uganda – May 26, 2025The National Potato Council of Kenya (NPCK) and the Association for Strengthening Agricultural Research in Eastern and…
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