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Editorial
As we close the month of August, it is clear that the potato value chain continues to stand at the heart of Kenya’s food systems and livelihoods….
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East Africa Moves to Harmonize Market Information Systems and Strengthen Regional Food Balance Sheet
The just concluded Market Information Systems (MIS) and Regional Food Balance Sheet (RFBS) Forum was held in Arusha, Tanzania, on 20–21 August 2025, convened by…
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WPC PRESIDENT PETER VANDERZAAG PARTICIPATES IN OFFICIAL VISIT TO KENYA TO LAUNCH CAMPAIGN FOR THE 13TH WORLD POTATO CONGRESS.
Dr. Peter VanderZaag, President of the World Potato Congress, was in Kenya this month to participate in the official launch of the logistics and planning for the 13th World…
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ROOTED APICAL CUTTINGS (RAC):
REVOLUTIONIZING SEED PRODUCTION AND AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTIVITY 26TH JULY 2025 In recent years, the ‘Rooted Apical Cutting (RAC)’ technology has emerged as a game-changing innovation in the seed production landscape—particularly in vegetatively…
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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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13th World Potato Congress 2026
Kenya: 26-30 October 2026
Join the global potato community for an innovative, research-driven, and sustainable agriculture event in the heart of East Africa!
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- Location: Sawela Lodges,Nakuru County, Kenya
- Expected Attendees: Over 1000 representatives from 60+ countries
- Focus: Sustainable practices, global networking, and potato innovation
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