EMPOWERING THE POTATO SECTOR THROUGH DIGITAL INNOVATION

In line with NPCK’s vision to modernize Kenya’s potato value chain, the IT department has taken a significant step by developing a robust farmer registration system. This digital innovation…

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ENHANCING WARE POTATO MARKETING IN KENYA

The marketing of ware potatoes in Kenya plays a crucial role in ensuring farmers access profitable markets while meeting consumer demand. NPCK through the KSPI project has taken strategic…

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YOUTH AND FARMERS IN NANDI COUNTY EMBRACE DIGITAL AGRICULTURE AND POTATO INNOVATION THROUGH KSPI

A wave of agricultural transformation is sweeping across Nandi County, thanks to a series of dynamic training sessions and field demonstrations supported under the Kenya Sustainable Potato Initiative (KSPI)….

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REVOLUTIONIZING SEED POTATO PRODUCTION USING ROOTED APICAL CUTTINGS

 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…

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POTATO POST-PRODUCTION OPERATIONS

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…

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WHY SMART FARMERS ARE SWITCHING FROM MAIZE TO POTATOES

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…

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

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…

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

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…

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STRENGTHENING FARMER GROUPS FOR GREATER AGRICULTURAL IMPACT

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,…

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