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MOU TO DEVELOP AGRITECH AND INNOVATION CENTRE
Inset: Prof Stephen Kiama, Vice Chancellor, University of Nairobi & Dr. Bimal Shah, Director, Elgon Kenya Ltd Elgon Kenya Limited and University of Nairobi have signed an Memorandum of Understanding…
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POTATO FARMERS SEE HIGHER YIELDS
Kenya’s Egerton University has been training and offering advice through a project called Enhancing Access to High Quality Seed Potato for Improved Productivity and Income of Smallholder Farmers in…
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MAXIMIZE NUMBER OF POTATO TUBERS PER PLANT
A picture of Manitou potato variety harvested from one plant The number of potato tubers produced by each potato plant is influenced by agronomy and varietal potential. Correct balanced nutrition…
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POTATO GOODNESS
In the potato goodness corner, we shall look at how to prepare is a quick and delicious snack for your family. POTATO, CHICKEN BREAST AND ONIONS Ingredients: ¼ kg Chicken Breast 2…
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CRISPY GARLIC BAKED POTATO WEDGES
Inset: An image of crispy garlic oven roasted potatoes Crispy garlic baked potatoes are a super simple side dish perfect with anything! Ingredients 1 potato, cut into 1-inch cubes 2 tablespoons olive oil or canola oil 1 teaspoon…
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DIGITAL SUB-SECTOR NETWORKING SESSION AT SERENA HOTEL
Digital Sub-sector participants A digital subsector networking session was held on 2nd December 2021 at Serena Hotel where NPCK showcased Viazi soko digital platform. The NPCK Viazisoko Digital Platform is…
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LOW SEED POTATO DEMAND
Source: weekly potato prices in major towns Seed potato industry has grown progressively from about 7 seed potato producers in 2013 to 28 in 2021. The production of certified seed…
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SKY ROCKETING FERTILIZER PRICES
Crop nutrition is very essential when it comes to planting potatoes. To complement the nutrients in the soils, farmers use organic or inorganic fertilizers to replenish the nutrients. Most…
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KENYA’S COMPETITIVENESS IN REGIONAL AGRICULTURAL TRADE
Inset: Key participants in the Kenya dialogue 2021 Potato is increasingly becoming important in Kenya and the region. Being the second most important food and cash crop after maize, the…
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FROST EEFECTS ON POTATO PRODUCTION
Frost or Cold Damage is a condition that exists when the air temperature near the earth’s surface drops below 0 ̊C. The temperature in which frost occurs depends with…
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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
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