Stakeholders in Kenya’s agricultural sector were sensitized on the proposed guideline for the re-evaluation of active ingredients and pest control products during a meeting organized by the Pest Control Products Board (PCPB) on 30 July 2026 at the PCPB Headquarters in Nairobi.
The meeting brought together stakeholders to enhance understanding of the proposed re-evaluation framework and its implications for the regulation and use of pest control products in Kenya. The discussions focused on strengthening the regulatory process and ensuring that decisions on pest control products are informed by scientific evidence.
Presentations during the meeting covered the pesticide registration process, the rationale and criteria for re-evaluating active ingredients and pest control products, and the role of analytical services and accredited trial institutions in generating evidence to support regulatory decisions.
Stakeholders also discussed the implementation of the proposed guideline, providing an opportunity to share perspectives, raise issues of concern and consider the way forward for the re-evaluation process.
The National Potato Council of Kenya (NPCK) participated in the sensitization meeting, gaining valuable insights into the evolving pesticide regulatory framework and the proposed approach to the re-evaluation of products used in agricultural production.
For the potato industry, developments in pesticide regulation are particularly important given the role of crop protection products in managing pests and diseases and maintaining productivity. A clear and evidence-based regulatory framework is essential to ensure that farmers have access to products that are safe, effective and suitable for use.
The engagement will support NPCK’s continued engagement with regulatory institutions and potato value-chain stakeholders on developments affecting crop protection and agricultural production. It will also contribute to informed discussions on the availability and responsible use of crop protection products within the potato value chain.
As Kenya continues to strengthen the regulation of pest control products, collaboration among regulatory institutions, research organizations, industry stakeholders and farmers remains critical to balancing agricultural productivity with human health and environmental safety.
