Launch of seed potato production unit at National Youth Service (NYS), Tumaini farm

The National Youth Service (NYS) and the Kenya Prisons Service launched a seed potato production unit on 15th February 2019 at NYS Tumaini farm in Nyandarua County….

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Potato marketing forums: a strategic intervention by NPCK and partners

Direct market linkage between farmers and market outlets is widely viewed as part of the solution to solving challenges faced by farmers in marketing potatoes. Towards achieving…

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The north rift region potato fair

The North Rift Region Potato Fair was held on 22nd February 2019 at the Agricultural Mechanization Service (AMS) Chepkoilel, Eldoret. 31 exhibitors displayed their products and services…

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The Eastern and central region potato fair

As part of its efforts to transform the Potato Industry, the NPCK has established forums for information sharing, showcasing technologies, and innovations and for business-to-business interactions. These…

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Farmer field and business school (FFBS) harvest

The second season of the Farmer Field and Business School cycle, which began in August, is coming to a close. The cycle which incorporated fifteen training sessions…

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Potato industry in Kenya

The potato is the second most important food and cash crop after maize in Kenya. It goes without saying that the potato occupies a prime position in…

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