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POTATO TEAM MAKES IT AGAIN IN THE 2019 STANDARD CHARTERED MARATHON!
The Standard Chartered Marathon is an annual event that aims at raising funds for various community initiatives. The 2019 Standard Chartered Marathon aimed at among other things, tackling inequality…
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POTATO PEELS
Potato is used both at household for direct consumption and at industrial level in food processing for value addition. At both the two levels of potato consumption, the potato…
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POTATO GOODNESS
In the potato goodness corner, we shall look at how to prepare Dinner Home Fries. Ingredients: 7 large potatoes One large onion 1/2 teaspoon freshly Ground black pepper Cooking oil …
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IMPLEMENTATION OF POTATO REGULATIONS IN NYANDARUA COUNTY
IMPLEMENTATION OF POTATO REGULATIONS IN NYANDARUA COUNTY Nyandarua County, one of the biggest producer of potatoes in the country, continues to engage key players with a view of improving potato…
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NEW POLICY GUIDELINES ON IMPORTS INSPECTION
NEW POLICY GUIDELINES ON IMPORTS INSPECTION The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) organized a workshop on 16th July 2019in Nairobi to create awareness on a new government policy that requires…
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POTATO CURING TO REDUCE POST HARVEST LOSSES
POTATO CURING TO REDUCE POST HARVEST LOSSES Most farmers contribute to post harvest losses unknowingly by use of sharp objects during harvesting hence causing cuts on the tubers. These cuts…
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MOLO FARMERS TRAINED ON POTATO POST HARVEST MANAGEMENT
MOLO FARMERS TRAINED ON POTATO POST HARVEST MANAGEMENT On 29th August 2019, Egerton University organized for a Potato Post Harvest Management training at Baraka Agricultural College in Molo. The…
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FARMERS’ TRAINING ON APICAL CUTTINGS
FARMERS’ TRAINING ON APICAL CUTTINGS Certified seed potato production in the country does not meet the current demand. Only less than 4% of the required quantity is produced and…
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CROP MANAGEMENT PRACTICES IN SEED POTATO FARMING
CROP MANAGEMENT PRACTICES IN SEED POTATO FARMING Crop Management refers to the agricultural practices used to improve the growth, development, and yield of agricultural crops. During crop growth, it…
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HEALTH BENEFITS OF POTATOES
HEALTH BENEFITS OF POTATOES Potatoes are edible tubers, available worldwide and all year long. They are relatively cheap to grow, rich in nutrients and they can make a delicious meal….
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