Kenya: Nyandarua cops impound eight lorries over defying potato regulation (too large bags)
Police in Nyandarua county have intercepted eight lorries carrying potatoes in extended bags contrary to the Crops (Irish Potatoes) Regulations 2019.
Marzo 16, 2021
Kenya’s potato production expected to hit 2.5 mln tonnes in 2021
Kenya’s potato production could hit 2.5 million tonnes in 2021 up from the estimated 2 million tonnes produced in 2020, the industry said on Friday.
Febrero 23, 2021
Kenya seeks funding for seed potato study
Kenya has applied for a Sh656 million grant from the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) to boost research on potato seed production and cut reliance on imports.
Enero 08, 2021
Nakuru Governor Lee Kinyanjui (Kenya) gets tough on potato regulations
The Nakuru County Government has announced that implementation of the potato regulations including the 50kg packaging rule is in force and must be adhered to immediately.
Diciembre 08, 2020
Working together on sustainable potato production in Kenya
Viazi (potatoes in Kiswahili) are grown in Kenya since the 19th century. The production and consumption of the potato have grown steadily since.
Septiembre 25, 2020
National Potato Council of Kenya partners with Corteva Agriscience aiming to increase yields
The partnership targets to introduce new technologies and train smallholder farmers on how to improve potato yields through the use of quality seeds, resilient varieties, disease management and post-harvest management.
Septiembre 10, 2020
Dealing with Potato Cyst nematodes in East Africa
Demand for potatoes in eastern Africa has been growing steadily. This growth is driven in part by rising demand from the fast food industry and for processing into high value products such as crisps, chips and starch. Despite an increase of 60% in the area of cultivated land, production has been declining in Rwanda, Kenya and Uganda.
Abril 16, 2020
World Potato Congress Webinar: Dr. Monica Parker present 'Diversified Use of Apical Cuttings to Boost Potato Seed Systems'
Addressing seed shortages for potato is a perennial challenge in many potato-producing countries. Potato seed systems rely on several successive generations of bulking seed tubers to produce commercial seed.
Febrero 25, 2020
Kenya: 'high input' approach potato cultivation pays off
In Kenya, potatoes are a key staple food, second only to maize. Yet its potato value chain has been underdeveloped for decades also. This has been acknowledged by the Kenyan government.
Diciembre 11, 2019
World Potato Congress Inc. Announces New International Advisor in Kenya - Mr. Wachira Kaguongo
The World Potato Congress is pleased to announce that Mr. Wachira Kaguongo has accepted to become the World Potato Congress Inc.’s (WPC) newest International Advisor.
Septiembre 18, 2019
Packaging machinery manufacturer Ishida opens office in Nairobi, Kenya
Ishida, a Japanese multinational manufacturer of food packing machinery, has opened a regional office in Nairobi, Kenya, through its Birmingham-based subsidiary Ishida Europe.
Agosto 13, 2019
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Researchers are developing lower-emissions rice varieties, feed additives and other technological innovations to create a more sustainable food system.
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Bad seed potato imports hit Kenyan farmers ahead of the rainy season
Kenyan farmers are facing a shortage of certified seed potatoes following the rejection of 78 percent of the planting materials that had been imported last year.
Febrero 18, 2019
Despite potato shortage in Kenya, Nyandarua County potato farmers hardly benefit
An acute shortage of potatoes has hit Nyandarua County, a top producer of potatoes in Kenya and in fact, the entire country is suffering from a shortage.
Febrero 09, 2019
Restaurants in Kenya face acute shortage of potatoes
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