• REVOLUTIONIZING SEED POTATO PRODUCTION USING ROOTED APICAL CUTTINGS

    Posted on May 12, 2025

     Rooted Apical Cuttings: Apical cuttings are vegetative parts of the potato taken from the top (apex) of a young potato plant grown in a controlled environment like a screen house or greenhouse. They are a game changer in areas where seed potato production is affected by seed degeneration leading to spread of seed-borne pests and […]

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  • POTATO POST-PRODUCTION OPERATIONS

    Posted on May 12, 2025

    Threshing (Sorting and Curing): After harvesting, potatoes go through a sorting process to ensure only the best quality tubers make it to storage. During this stage, any unwanted materials such as stones, dirt, and plant waste are removed. The tubers are also checked for any signs of disease or pests. Sorting can be done by […]

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  • WHY SMART FARMERS ARE SWITCHING FROM MAIZE TO POTATOES

    Posted on May 12, 2025

    Agriculture remains the backbone of Kenya’s economy, with maize traditionally being the staple food. However, in recent years, potatoes have emerged as the second most important food crop in the country. While maize is deeply ingrained in Kenya’s food culture, potatoes offer far greater benefits in terms of productivity per unit area and income for […]

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  • FROM GROUND TO GREATNESS: PREPARING FOR INTERNATIONAL DAY OF POTATO THROUGH SMART LAND PREPARATION AND SOIL TESTING

    Posted on May 12, 2025

    Success in agriculture begins long before the seeds touch the soil—it starts with preparation, planning, and a deep understanding of the land. As we gear up for International Day of Potato, NPCK, in collaboration with partners, is championing the power of proper land preparation and soil testing as vital steps toward achieving bumper harvests. In […]

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  • STRENGTHENING VARIETY ADOPTION FOR A RESILIENT AND MARKET-DRIVEN POTATO SECTOR IN KENYA

    Posted on May 12, 2025

    Kenya has released a growing number of potato varieties in recent years, but their adoption remains low due to challenges such as limited seed availability, poor access to quality seed, and lack of market alignment. Many farmers continue to use recycled seed from local sources, which reduces productivity and restricts variety diversification. This cycle of […]

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  • STRENGTHENING FARMER GROUPS FOR GREATER AGRICULTURAL IMPACT

    Posted on May 12, 2025

    Small-scale farmers often face challenges such as limited market access, high production costs, and unpredictable production risks. However, collective production and marketing empower farmers by increasing their bargaining power, reducing costs through economies of scale, and enhancing risk-sharing mechanisms to mitigate challenges like weather changes and market fluctuations. Additionally, strong farmer groups benefit from access […]

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  • VIAZI SOKO: REVOLUTIONIZING POTATO FARMING WITH EASY ACCESS TO SEEDS, FERTILIZERS, AND MARKET CONNECTIONS

    Posted on May 12, 2025

    For a long time, Kenya’s potato farming sector has faced significant challenges that have hindered its growth potential. Smallholder farmers, in particular, have struggled with the inaccessibility of certified seeds, the use of incorrect agricultural inputs, limited knowledge of Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs), and a lack of market access after harvesting. These obstacles have kept […]

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  • THE VEGETATIVELY PROPAGATING SEEDS (VPS) 2024 REGULATIONS AND WHAT IT ADDRESSES IN THE SEED POTATO VALUE CHAIN

    Posted on May 12, 2025

    The Seeds and Plant Varieties (Vegetatively Propagating Seed) Regulations 2024, enacted by the Ministry of Agriculture, aim to enhance the quality and accessibility of vegetatively propagating seeds (VPS) within the nation’s seed industry. These regulations categorize VPS into groups such as root and tuber crops (potato is to be classified), oil and nut crops, sugar […]

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  • Members of the Blessed Potato Farmers Self-Help Group receive rooted apical cuttings during a demonstration event in Murungaru, Nyandarua County, on April 30, 2025.

    Scaling up seed potato innovation through Rooted Apical Cuttings in Nakuru and Nyandarua

    Posted on May 10, 2025

    Kenya’s potato sector faces a persistent shortage of quality seed, which continues to hinder productivity and income for thousands of smallholder farmers. As a key stakeholder in strengthening the potato value chain, the National Potato Council of Kenya (NPCK) is actively working with partners to introduce innovative solutions that address this challenge. In a collaborative […]

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  • 13th World Potato Congress – in Kenya, October/November 2026

    Posted on May 8, 2025

    Old plans made new… Kenya to host the 13th World Potato Congress – October/November 2026 It is with great excitement and much anticipation that the World Potato Congress Inc. announces Kenya will be hosting the 2026 World Potato Congress! This location change comes following an agreement reached between the Polish Potato Federation (PPF) and WPC […]

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