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  • THE ADVANTAGES OF TRUE POTATO SEEDS (TPS) IN MODERN AGRICULTURE

    Posted on April 23, 2025

    True Potato Seeds (TPS) are an innovative agricultural development derived from the berries of potato plants. This method of propagation presents a revolutionary alternative to traditional seed tubers, which have been the standard for potato cultivation for generations. Unlike seed tubers, which are the edible portions of the potato used for planting, TPS provide a […]

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  • USING DIFFUSED LIGHT STORAGE (DLS) FOR SEED POTATOES

    Posted on April 23, 2025

    Small-scale farmers can effectively store seed potatoes using the Diffused Light Storage (DLS) method. This technique utilizes natural indirect light along with proper ventilation, making it both cost-effective and easily adaptable to existing storage facilities. How to Implement DLS Layering: Place seed potatoes in layers on trays or shelves. This arrangement helps maximize space and […]

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  • STORAGE OF SEED POTATOES FOR LARGE-SCALE AND SMALL-SCALE FARMERS

    Posted on April 23, 2025

    Proper storage of seed potatoes is vital for ensuring healthy crops. After harvesting, farmers should wait three weeks for skin-setting and then dry the potatoes in sunlight for no more than one hour, discarding any rotten or damaged tubers. For large-scale farmers, bulk storage is commonly used, focusing on critical factors like temperature and humidity. […]

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  • FROM SPROUT TO HARVEST: UNVEILING THE KEY PHASES OF POTATO PLANT DEVELOPMENT

    Posted on April 23, 2025

    Potato plant development can be divided into five key phases: Sprout development, Vegetative growth, tuber initiation, tuber filling (bulking), and maturation. Sprout development: After planting, sprouts that may already be present on the tubers begin to develop further, while roots also form. Depending on soil temperature, the physiological state of the seed potatoes, and the […]

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  • HOW VIAZIKINGS AND VIAZI SOKO ARE REVOLUTIONIZING SEED DISTRIBUTION IN KENYA

    Posted on April 23, 2025

    Seed distribution remains one of the most critical pillars in agricultural development. It ensures that farmers have timely access to quality planting materials, directly influencing crop yields, food security, and overall farm profitability. NPCK, in partnership with ViaziKings, is leading a transformative shift in how seed potato is accessed and distributed through the innovative digital […]

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  • MOU SIGNING WITH MERU AND NYANDARUA COUNTY GOVERNMENT

    Posted on April 23, 2025

    NPCK signed an MOU with the County Government of Meru and Nyandarua to Boost Potato Farming. This partnership is part of the KSPI Project, supported by AGRA- Sustainably Growing Africa’s Food Systems. With Egerton University and KALRO as consortium partners. Through these MOUs, the partners aim to address key challenges facing potato farmers, such as […]

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  • OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH IN THE POTATO SUBSECTOR IN KENYA

    Posted on April 23, 2025

    The potato subsector in Kenya presents significant opportunities for growth, driven by increasing demand, the potential for value addition, and the need for improved agricultural practices. However, despite its potential, the sector faces several challenges, including low productivity, poor quality of seed potatoes, and inadequate market access. Yet, there are clear opportunities for enhancing the […]

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  • SMART POTATO FARMING: HOW TO BEAT MARKET CYCLES AND MAXIMIZE PROFITS

    Posted on April 23, 2025

    Potato farming in Kenya holds immense potential, but only for farmers who approach it with strategy and foresight. Many smallholder farmers suffer from fluctuating incomes, often making losses during glut seasons when the market is saturated. This is largely due to the seasonal nature of production, where most farmers plant and harvest at the same […]

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  • IMPACT OF ON-GOING FARMER FIELD DAYS UNDER KSPI PROJECT IN NYANDARUA, LAIKIPIA, MERU, NANDI, AND NAKURU COUNTIES

    Posted on April 23, 2025

    Field demos and field days are critical for practical learning, technology transfer, and farmer participation. They provide hands-on experience, highlight best practices, and enable farmers to see the efficacy of new techniques, innovations, agrochemicals, and machinery in real-farm settings. These events also promote knowledge exchange, encourage the use of improved farming methods, and boost collaboration […]

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