OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH IN THE POTATO SUBSECTOR IN KENYA

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…

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

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…

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INNOVATION IN EUROPEAN POTATO PRODUCTION: HOW MODERN MACHINES ARE RESHAPING THE FUTURE OF POTATO FARMING

In the world of agriculture, a quiet revolution is taking place. This revolution is transforming how we cultivate, care for, and harvest one of the world’s most important staple…

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POTATO STANDARDS AND TRACEABILITY: ENSURING QUALITY AND SUSTAINABILITY

The potato sector holds significant economic, social, and environmental value, contributing to food security, rural development, and sustainable agricultural practices. Recognizing this importance, NPCK is working closely…

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ENHANCING THE SEED POTATO INDUSTRY

Seed potato production faces several challenges that affect the availability and accessibility of seed potatoes, thereby restricting the sector from reaching its full potential. The national potato yield average…

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UTILIZATION OF POTATO PEEL AS AN ECO‐FRIENDLY PRODUCT

Potatoes are a nutrient-dense food, rich in vitamins and minerals. They provide a good source of vitamin C, vitamin B6, potassium, and dietary fibre. The complex carbohydrates in potatoes…

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WARE POTATO CONTRACT FARMING FOR FARMERS.

The KSPI project is promoting structured inputs and output markets. One of the interventions that is being used to achieve this through contract farming. Therefore, NPCK, Viazi Kings, and…

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REVOLUTIONIZING IRISH POTATO PRODUCTION, CASE OF RWANDA: THE ROLE OF SOIL TESTING TECHNOLOGY

In Rwanda, a significant shift is underway that could drastically boost the productivity of Irish potato farming. The Rwanda Soil Information System (RwaSIS), a pioneering soil testing technology, is poised…

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STRENGTHENING THE POTATO SECTOR THROUGH COOPERATIVE UNIONIZATION

The potato farming industry is taking a major step forward by forming a national cooperative union to enhance collective bargaining, improve market access, and secure better financial support for…

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