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There is a reason potato continues to attract attention across Kenya’s agricultural landscape. It is not only what the crop produces, but what it represents for the people and businesses connected to it. |
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WPC 2026 Demo Plots Take Shape at FreshCrop |
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With less than three months remaining until the 13th World Potato Congress, excitement is building as delegates from around the world prepare to gather in Naivasha, Kenya, from 26–30 October 2026. |
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NPCK Advances Development of Kenya’s Potato Master Plan |
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Kenya’s potato industry is set to have a new long-term roadmap as stakeholders move forward with the development of the National Potato Master Plan, a 10-year framework aimed at addressing persistent challenges and unlocking new opportunities across the value chain. |
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Seeds and Plant Varieties Bill, 2026 |
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On 26th May 2026, NPCK participated in a stakeholder consultative meeting on the Seed and Plant Varieties Bill 2026. The meeting reviewed the Bill to address emerging seed sector issues following the Machakos High Court ruling that declared certain provisions of the Seed and Plant Varieties Act unconstitutional. |
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Stakeholders Sensitized on Proposed Pesticide Re-Evaluation Guidelines |
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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. |
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Preparing for the Expected El Niño Rains: Practical Measures Every Potato Farmer Should Take |
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Current seasonal forecasts from global climate agencies and the Kenya Meteorological Department indicate an increased likelihood of above-normal rainfall during the September–December season, with the possibility of El Niño conditions developing. |
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Dehaulming in Potato Production: Why, When and How to Do It before Harvest |
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Potato is one of Kenya's most important food and cash crops, providing income and food security to thousands of farming households. To achieve high-quality yields and reduce post-harvest losses, farmers must follow proper crop management practices throughout the production cycle. |
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