News on Potato Varieties and Seed from Kenya

James Gachiri, a 29 years old farmer and the Secretary-General of the forum
June 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.
Bad seed potato imports hit Kenyan farmers ahead of the rainy season
March 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
February 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
February 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
September 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
July 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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British seed potatoes show high yields in Kenyan trials
February 25, 2018

British seed potatoes show high yields in Kenyan trials

Seed Potatoes sent out to Kenya from Great Britain has performed strongly on three Kenyan trial sites.
New Propagation method (rooted apical cuttings) to boost potato seed systems in Kenya
February 21, 2018

New propagation method (Rooted Apical Cuttings) to boost potato seed systems in Kenya

Seed potato farmers in Kenya’s potato growing regions are adopting a new technology with potential to boost quality seed availability: the farmers are using rooted apical cuttings as starter material for seed production as opposed to certified seed.
Struggling Potato Growers in Kenya turn to Contract Farming
January 14, 2018

Struggling Potato Growers in Kenya turn to Contract Farming

To deal with climate pressures, potato growers in Kenya are turning to contract farming to earn more money and get better seed.
Potato Cyst Nematodes threaten crop in Kenya
June 19, 2017

Potato Cyst Nematodes threaten crop in Kenya

A survey done in 20 counties in Kenya released earlier this month, shows that Potato Cyst Nematode infestation has reached 80 to 100 per cent in some of the potato growing areas.
Potato Processors in Kenya contract 23,000 farmers to meet consumer demand
March 15, 2017

Potato Processors in Kenya contract 23,000 farmers to meet consumer demand

Some 23,000 farmers in 13 potato-producing counties in Kenya have signed contracts with various potato processing companies in the country to buy the produce to supply enough food to consumers.
Major Seed Potato Supply deal signed between Scotland and Kenya
November 18, 2016

Major Seed Potato Supply deal signed between Scotland and Kenya

A bilateral trade deal between Scotland and Kenya opens up the Kenyan Potato market to the import of Scottish Seed potatoes
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Potato Processors Kenya initiate contract farming to deal with shortage of potatoes for processing
September 09, 2016

Potato Processors Kenya initiate contract farming to deal with shortage of potatoes for processing

In a sign of a maturing market, two potato processing companies in Kenya - Tropical Heat - a snack manufacturer - and Sereni Fries said they will sign contracts with growers to supply 600 tonnes of potatoes every month in order to assure their supply of potatoes suitable for processing.
Nyandarua (Kenya) signs agreement with German government to boost potato production
July 28, 2016

Nyandarua (Kenya) signs agreement with German government to boost potato production

The Nyandarua county Government (Kenya) has entered into a partnership with the German Government to help boost its potato production.
Kenya, Netherlands in deal to boost potato yield
June 19, 2016

Kenya, Netherlands in deal to boost potato yield

Kenya is set to launch new varieties of potatoes that will boost quality and yield.
Potato Value Chain Africa website to be launched at Eldoret Agri-Trade Fair
September 20, 2015

Potato Value Chain Africa website to be launched at Eldoret Agri-Trade Fair, Kenya

The Dutch Embassy in Kenya will next week launch the Potato Value Chain Africa website at the Eldoret Agri-Trade Fair, in a bid to support farmers in the country.
Christine Nashuru, a successful grower of clean seed potatoes in Kenya in her field
January 20, 2015

Kenya: Losses due to poor potato farming methods

Kenya loses Sh19 billion annually due to poor production and processing of potatoes, a 2014 study has revealed.
Nyandarua (Kenya) to introduce potato varieties suitable for processing
January 04, 2015

Nyandarua (Kenya) to introduce potato varieties suitable for processing

The Nyandarua government is partnering with the National Potato Council and German organisation GTZ to introduce varieties of potatoes suitable for processing

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