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Kenya’s potato production expected to hit 2.5 mln tonnes in 2021
三月 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.
Kenya seeks Sh656m for potato seed study
二月 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.
Follow potato regulations now or risk jail – Nakuru Governor Lee Kinyanjui
一月 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.
Working together on sustainable potato production in Kenya
十二月 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.
The National Potato Council of Kenya and Corteva Agriscience have embarked on plans to increase yield among smallholder farmers from 7 tonnes to 20 tonnes per hectare.
九月 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.
Dealing with Potato Cyst nematodes in East Africa
九月 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.
World Potato Congress Webinar: Dr. Monica Parker present 'Diversified Use of Apical Cuttings to Boost Potato Seed Systems'
四月 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.
Kenya: Government approves high yield potato seeds
二月 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.
World Potato Congress Inc. Announces New International Advisor in Kenya - Mr. Wachira Kaguongo
十二月 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.
10 Breakthrough Technologies Can Help Feed the World Without Destroying It
八月 13, 2019

10 Breakthrough Technologies Can Help Feed the World Without Destroying It

Researchers are developing lower-emissions rice varieties, feed additives and other technological innovations to create a more sustainable food system.
James Gachiri, a 29 years old farmer and the Secretary-General of the forum
六月 03, 2019

Youth in Kenya embraces new technology in seed potato production

Despite being a trained accountant and currently pursuing a Bachelor in Commerce, James Gachiri had a desire to become a successful potato farmer.
Potato processing factory to be built at Ol Kalou
五月 10, 2019

Potato processing factory to be built at Ol Kalou, Kenya

A potato and vegetable processing plant will be built soon in Ol Kalou town. The factory, a collaboration of the Department of Correctional Services and Nyandarua county government, will mitigate post-harvest losses ...

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New Potato Processing plant in Nyandarua will give local potato farmers more opportunities
四月 25, 2019

New Potato Processing plant in Nyandarua will give local potato farmers more opportunities

The opening of a new potato processing plant in Engineer town, Nyandarua county (Kenya) offers new opportunities for local potato farmers.
Bad seed potato imports hit Kenyan farmers ahead of the rainy season
三月 26, 2019

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.
Despite potato shortage in Kenya, Nyandarua County potato farmers hardly benefit
二月 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.
Restaurants in Kenya face acute shortage of potatoes
二月 09, 2019

Restaurants in Kenya face acute shortage of potatoes

Restaurants in Kenya are reeling from an acute shortage of Irish potatoes with the Agriculture ministry putting the supply gap at 1.7 million metric tonnes.
Kenyan county receives 1 million Euro from the European Union to boost potato farming
九月 06, 2018

Kenyan county receives 1 million Euro from the European Union to boost potato farming

The county Nyandarua in Kenya has received a Sh116 million (€1 million; USD 1.16 million) grant from the European Union to boost potato farming.
Three new seed potato varieties from the UK recommended for export to Kenya
七月 01, 2018

Three new seed potato varieties from the UK recommended for export to Kenya

Based on extensive trials (two years, three separate farms, ten potato varieties) in a joint effort of AHDB, James Hutton Ltd, SASA and Seeds2B Africa (part of the Syngenta Foundation) three GB potato varieties have been recommended for release in Kenya.

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