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STEPPING UP THE FIGHT AGAINST DEVASTATING POTATO DISEASES IN KENYA
Posted on November 23, 2021
Centre for Agriculture and Bioscience International (CABI) is working in partnership to step up the fight against a range of devastating potato diseases which are threatening to decimate the yields of nearly a million smallholder farmers in Kenya. Dr Joseph Mulema, Senior Scientist, Research – who is based at CABI’s centre in Nairobi, is leading a […]

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WORLD POTATO CONGRESS RECOGNIZES INNOVATION IN THE POTATO VALUE CHAIN
Posted on November 23, 2021
The World Potato Congress Industry Award ceremony is an important and prestigious event on the international potato scene. The award recognizes a lifetime of contributions to the potato industry. Typically, three outstanding individuals are recognized during the Industry Awards ceremony at the World Potato Congress. In 2018 the World Potato Congress Industry Awards were presented […]

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STANDARD CHARTERED NAIROBI MARATHON 2021
Posted on November 23, 2021
The Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon 18th edition was held from 25th – 31st of October 2021. The initiative aims to raise funds for the needy in the community, that is, the “Seeing is Believing” initiative, to tackle inequality and increase economic inclusion for the younger generation. In line with this, NPCK and its partners has […]

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HOW TO STORE POTATOES SO THEY WILL NOT ROT
Posted on November 23, 2021
Proper storage ensures you can enjoy garden potatoes from the time of harvest until the first new potatoes are ready to harvest the following year. Yellow and white potato varieties, as well as those labeled as late-maturing, generally store better than the more thin-skinned red varieties. Allowing the green plant to die back before harvest […]

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HOW TO RECOGNIZE POTATO BLIGHT
Posted on November 23, 2021
Potato blight is a disease caused by the pathogen Phytophthora infestans. Blight is typically divided into two categories: early blight and late blight. Early blight can happen every year, and it damages foliage on mature potato and tomato plants. Late blight is a more destructive disease, as it can infect a crop at any time […]

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POTATO GOODNESS
Posted on November 23, 2021
In the potato goodness corner, we shall look at how to prepare Chicken Potato Soup. This is a quick and delicious soup for your family. Ingredients Shredded chicken without bones 4 potatoes diced 3 stalks of celery chopped 1 onion diced 3 tomatoes diced 1/2 a head of cabbage chopped 1 bay leaf 3 teaspoons […]

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HOW DO YOU PREPARE POTATOES FOR BABIES WITH BABY-LED WEANING?
Posted on November 23, 2021
Babies develop on their own timeline. The preparation suggestions below are for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional, one-on-one advice from your pediatric medical or health professional, nutritionist or dietitian, or expert in pediatric feeding and eating. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you […]

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POTATO GRATIN
Posted on November 23, 2021
Ingredients 1 clove garlic 4 tbsp. unsalted butter, at room temp, divided 3 lb. medium russet potatoes 2 tsp. fresh thyme Kosher salt and pepper 2 1/2 c. heavy cream, plus more if necessary 1/4 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg Directions Heat oven to 200°C. Rub garlic all over the inside of a shallow oval baking […]

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THE AGRIBUSINESS DEAL ROOM 2021
Posted on October 26, 2021
AGRA in collaboration with ASNET and other stakeholders organized the AGRF 2021 Agribusiness Dealroom which took place on 7th September 2021. The Agribusiness Dealroom is a match-making session at the annual AGRF Summit that convenes different stakeholders to facilitate partnerships and investments in agriculture sector. The Dealroom provides businesses in the agriculture and food value […]

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FARMERS’ EXCHANGE VISIT TO KINANGOP FRIES LTD
Posted on October 26, 2021
NPCK in partnership with IFDC organized for potato farmers’ exchange visit to Kinangop fries limited. The farmer groups are being supported to access good markets for their produce. Through the interactive session with the processor, farmers were enlightened on the quality, preferred sizes and varieties required by the processors and other off-takers. The groups sealed […]

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