STRENGTHENING THE ROLE OF WARE POTATO TRADERS IN KENYA’S VALUE CHAIN

Ware potato traders play a crucial role in completing the potato value chain by linking farmers to markets, ensuring timely movement of produce, and maintaining a steady supply to…

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FROM SEED TO SUCCESS: STRENGTHENING POTATO FARMING THROUGH CERTIFICATION

A robust quality assurance system for seed certification is essential to guarantee a consistent supply of high-quality seed. In Kenya, potato farming serves as a critical source of food,…

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MANAGING PESTICIDE RESISTANCE IN POTATO PRODUCTION

Potato production faces various pest and disease challenges, leading farmers to rely heavily on pesticides. However, continuous and unplanned pesticide use often results in pesticide resistance, where pests and…

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IN THE BATTLE AGAINST BLIGHT AND BACTERIAL WILT, RESILIENCE IS THE NEW YIELD.

As climate change intensifies and diseases like late blight and bacterial wilt continue to threaten potato farming in Kenya, farmers need more than just high yields—they need resilient crops….

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THE POWER OF THE TUBER

Potatoes are often considered a super crop in Kenya due to their immense economic, nutritional, and agricultural value. At the heart of this status lies the potato tuber —…

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CONTROLLING BACTERIA WILT IN KENYA

Kenyan potato belts are typically cool, high-elevation regions (e.g. Nakuru, Meru, Nyeri, Marakwet) with ample rain. Night time temperatures are low enough to favor potato tuber bulking – for…

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MERU COUNTY POTATO STRATEGY;

Enhancing implementation through Harmonized stakeholders’ efforts  Potato production in Meru County has been on a downward trend due to several existing and upcoming challenges, including difficulty in…

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EMBRACING SMARTPHONES IN DAILY FARM ROUTINES TO BOOST POTATO PRODUCTION

We are living in the 21st Century—an age defined by rapid technological advancement and innovation across all sectors, including agriculture. We’ve progressed from the era of bulky desktop computers…

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NPCK’S VBA ENGAGEMENT MODEL: BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN FARMERS AND SERVICES

In a bid to improve productivity and market access for potato farmers in Kenya, National Potato Council of Kenya (NPCK) has adopted an innovative, farmer-centered approach, the Village-Based Advisors…

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BUILDING GUARDIANS OF AGRICULTURAL QUALITY THROUGH SEED INSPECTOR TRAINING 26TH/JULY 2025

In a country where agriculture forms the backbone of the economy, the role of seed inspectors is crucial. Seed inspectors are the frontline defenders of seed quality, ensuring that…

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