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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VIAZI SOKO: REVOLUTIONIZING POTATO FARMING WITH EASY ACCESS TO SEEDS, FERTILIZERS, AND MARKET CONNECTIONS

For a long time, Kenya’s potato farming sector has faced significant challenges that have hindered its growth potential. Smallholder farmers, in particular, have struggled with the inaccessibility of certified…

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THE VEGETATIVELY PROPAGATING SEEDS (VPS) 2024 REGULATIONS AND WHAT IT ADDRESSES IN THE SEED POTATO VALUE CHAIN

The Seeds and Plant Varieties (Vegetatively Propagating Seed) Regulations 2024, enacted by the Ministry of Agriculture, aim to enhance the quality and accessibility of vegetatively propagating seeds (VPS) within…

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Scaling up seed potato innovation through Rooted Apical Cuttings in Nakuru and Nyandarua

Kenya’s potato sector faces a persistent shortage of quality seed, which continues to hinder productivity and income for thousands of smallholder farmers. As a key stakeholder…

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13th World Potato Congress – in Kenya, October/November 2026

Old plans made new… Kenya to host the 13th World Potato Congress – October/November 2026 It is with great excitement and much anticipation that the World Potato Congress Inc. announces Kenya…

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THE ADVANTAGES OF TRUE POTATO SEEDS (TPS) IN MODERN AGRICULTURE

True Potato Seeds (TPS) are an innovative agricultural development derived from the berries of potato plants. This method of propagation presents a revolutionary alternative to traditional seed tubers, which…

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USING DIFFUSED LIGHT STORAGE (DLS) FOR SEED POTATOES

Small-scale farmers can effectively store seed potatoes using the Diffused Light Storage (DLS) method. This technique utilizes natural indirect light along with proper ventilation, making it both cost-effective and…

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STORAGE OF SEED POTATOES FOR LARGE-SCALE AND SMALL-SCALE FARMERS

Proper storage of seed potatoes is vital for ensuring healthy crops. After harvesting, farmers should wait three weeks for skin-setting and then dry the potatoes in sunlight for no…

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