Stakeholders Sensitized on Proposed Pesticide Re-Evaluation Guidelines

Stakeholders in Kenya’s agricultural sector were sensitized on the proposed guideline for the re-evaluation of active ingredients and pest control products…

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NPCK Advances Development of Kenya’s Potato Master Plan

Kenya’s potato industry is set to have a new long-term roadmap as stakeholders move forward with the development of the…

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Preparing for the Expected El Niño Rains: Practical Measures Every Potato Farmer Should Take

By Stephen Mungai, Potato farming is highly dependent on weather conditions. While adequate rainfall is essential for good crop establishment and tuber…

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Dehaulming in Potato Production: Why, When and How to Do It before Harvest

By Stephen Mungai, Potato is one of Kenya’s most important food and cash crops, providing income and food security to thousands of farming…

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Seeds and Plant Varieties Bill, 2026

  By Jack Odhiambo, On 26th May 2026, NPCK participated in a stakeholder…

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The Next Harvest Begins Today

By Mary Mwende, When discussions about agriculture arise, attention is often directed towards technologies, improved varieties, fertilizers, mechanization, or market prices. While these remain…

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NPCK Conducts Training of Trainers Programme for Village-Based Advisors Across Project Counties

The National Potato Council of Kenya (NPCK), in partnership with Twinkle and Sparkle Consulting, successfully conducted a series of Training of Trainers…

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Strengthening Farmer Unity: Sensitizing Usawa Potato Marketing Cooperative for Sustainable Growth

By Zipporah Mathuba, Small-scale farmers form the backbone of Kenya’s agricultural sector, yet they continue to face persistent challenges such as limited…

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From Farm to Mind: How Potatoes Support Mental Well-Being

By Mercy Wambui, Mental health has become a growing public health concern, especially in rural communities facing food insecurity and economic challenges….

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How Farmers Can Increase Potato Yields Without Increasing Acreage

By Gibson Waite, Potato farming is an important source of food and income for millions of households worldwide. However, many farmers face…

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