POTATO POST-PRODUCTION OPERATIONS

Threshing (Sorting and Curing): After harvesting, potatoes go through a sorting process to ensure only the best quality tubers make it to storage. During this stage, any unwanted materials…

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WHY SMART FARMERS ARE SWITCHING FROM MAIZE TO POTATOES

Agriculture remains the backbone of Kenya’s economy, with maize traditionally being the staple food. However, in recent years, potatoes have emerged as the second most important food crop in…

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FROM GROUND TO GREATNESS: PREPARING FOR INTERNATIONAL DAY OF POTATO THROUGH SMART LAND PREPARATION AND SOIL TESTING

Success in agriculture begins long before the seeds touch the soil—it starts with preparation, planning, and a deep understanding of the land. As we gear up for International Day…

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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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