In a major boost to potato farming in Nandi County, NPCK, through the KSPI, successfully concluded a series of training and demonstration farm activities focused on equipping farmers with practical knowledge in improved potato production practices. These activities took place in the sub-counties of Nandi Hills, Chesumei, and Aldai, culminating in harvesting and hands-on training sessions that marked the closure of the first three demo sites in the region. The final phase of demo harvesting began on 27th March 2025 at Kapsaos village in Kloyo/Ndurio ward, Aldai sub-county. This was followed by activities on 1st April in Cheptungeny village, Olessos ward, Nandi Hills sub-county, and concluded on 10th April in Ngecheck village, Lelmokwo/Ngecheck ward, Chesumei sub-county at Joel’s farm. During these events, farmers received training on the critical timing of harvesting, proper harvesting techniques to minimize losses, and post-harvest handling practices including grading, sorting, and storage. They were shown how to separate tubers by size, determine which were fit for seed versus consumption, and understand best practices for storing potatoes to maintain quality and extend shelf life. The demo farms also showcased various potato varieties treated with different fertilizers and agronomic practices, giving farmers practical insights into which combinations yielded the best results under local conditions. This helped them identify region-appropriate varieties and inputs to enhance both quality and quantity of harvests using Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs). On 4th April 2025, NPCK in partnership with Egerton University, ASILI Biological Organic Fertilizer, and other stakeholders launched another demo farm in Kilibwoni ward, Emgwen sub-county, timed with the onset of the long rains. The field day saw enthusiastic participation from local farmers, who underwent intensive training on the importance of using certified seed and correct fertilizer application techniques to achieve optimal yields. Farmers were taken through detailed GAPs, including correct spacing, hilling practices, and distinctions between synthetic and organic fertilizers. The practical demonstrations emphasized how proper hilling at the planting stage supports strong and healthy plant development. Further, on 17th April 2025, FIPS Africa and Fanisi joined NPCK in supporting another planting activity at the same demo site. During this session, farmers observed the planting process using a combination of Yara, Fanisi, and ASILI fertilizers, and seeds from trusted sources including Shangi from Kisima Farm, Markies from Agrico, and potato cuttings from FIPS Africa’s Wanjiku, Sherekea, and additional Shangi varieties. Through this ongoing initiative, NPCK and its partners are not only improving farmers’ technical knowledge but are also introducing them to new technologies and inputs critical to sustainable potato farming. The long rains demo in Kilibwoni ward is expected to continue serving as a practical learning site where farmers will be further exposed to innovative techniques and technologies aimed at boosting productivity and integrating potatoes into broader value chain systems.