• 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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    Posted on May 5, 2025

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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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