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BEAT THE BLIGHT BEFORE IT BITES: WHY EARLY MANAGEMENT IS KEY IN CROP PROTECTION

Posted by npckwebsite on July 1, 2025

Blight remains one of the most destructive and rapidly spreading crop diseases, and potato farmers in Kenya are currently facing a surge in infections across major growing counties. What…

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TRAINING VILLAGE-BASED ADVISORS TO BOOST POTATO PRODUCTIVITY AND MARKET ACCESS.

Posted by npckwebsite on July 1, 2025

Under the KSPI, NPCK, in partnership with Egerton University, successfully trained 59 Village-Based Advisors (VBAs) in Meru County, one of the project’s Counties, from June 18th to 20th, 2025,…

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AGRA PRESIDENT DR. ALICE RUHWEZA VISITS NYANDARUA TO WITNESS FIRSTHAND THE IMPACT OF INVESTMENTS IN KENYA’S POTATO SECTOR.

Posted by npckwebsite on July 1, 2025

On 8th June 2025, the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) President, Dr. Alice Ruhweza, made a landmark field visit to Nyandarua County as part of her…

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A SEASON OF IMPACT, INNOVATION, AND INCLUSIVE GROWTH IN THE POTATO SECTOR.

Posted by npckwebsite on July 1, 2025

As we close the month of June, the momentum across Kenya’s potato sector is unmistakable. From county farms to international forums, the message is clear: the sector is evolving,…

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FARM MECHANIZATION EXHIBITION MARKS INTERNATIONAL POTATO AND YOUTH DAY 2025

Posted by npckwebsite on June 13, 2025

This year’s celebration was marked by a vibrant exhibition of farm mechanization and innovation, with several companies showcasing modern technologies and machinery tailored to boost productivity in potato farming….

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BOOSTING POTATO FARMING IN NANDI: FARMER TRAININGS AND PROGRESS UNDER KSPI

Posted by npckwebsite on June 13, 2025

On 6th May 2025, NPCK through the Kenya Sustainable Potato Initiative (KSPI) funded by AGRA, participated in the Nandi County Agriculture Sector Steering Committee (CASSCOM) meeting held in Kapsabet….

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UNLOCKING WEALTH FROM THE SOIL: STRATEGIC INVESTMENT IN THE POTATO VALUE CHAIN AND SEED POTATO PRODUCTION

Posted by npckwebsite on June 13, 2025

Potatoes are not just a staple food in Kenya, they are a powerful economic crop with the potential to uplift livelihoods and drive National economic growth. Among the most…

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RE-LAUNCH OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CROPS (IRISH POTATO) REGULATIONS 2019

Posted by npckwebsite on June 13, 2025

The International Day of Potato, a key annual event in the potato industry organized by NPCK and stakeholders, held on 30th May at KALRO Marindas, Nakuru, highlighted the resilience…

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CATALYZING INCLUSIVE AGRI-FINANCING: KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM FINAS 2025

Posted by npckwebsite on June 13, 2025

From May 20th to 22nd, NPCK participated in the Financing Agri-food Systems Sustainably (FINAS) 2025 dialogue. It convened stakeholders both locally and globally to explore innovative and inclusive financing…

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CERTIFIED SEED POTATO AVAILABILITY FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE 2025

Posted by npckwebsite on June 13, 2025

NPCK plays a vital role in promoting and developing the potato sector in the country. Its efforts focus on improving production, quality, and marketing of potatoes while supporting farmers…

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13th World Potato Congress 2026

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