Africa

As Kenya’s agricultural sector continues to evolve, the potato has emerged as a strategic crop under the government’s Bottom-Up Economic...

The combination of heightened local potato production and reduced disposable incomes in some households has led to a significant decrease...

In a significant initiative in Bauchi State, an NGO named Catalysing Strengthened Policy Action for Healthy Diets and Resilience (CASCADE)...

Explore how Nakuru Tubers, at the Agricultural Show Kenya, are revolutionizing potato farming with advanced techniques like aeroponics and hydroponics,...

Kenyan Farmers Embrace Late Blight Resistant Potatoes for Sustainable Agriculture and Enhanced Food Security Farmers and stakeholders gathered at the...

In Narok and Nyandarua, potato farmers have united to form cooperative societies, aiming to secure better market opportunities and access...

The Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) has identified Ruvuma as a region boasting fertile land conducive to round...

  Potatoes are a staple crop in many regions of the world owing to nutritional benefits for human consumption and...

We at POTATOES NEWS are thrilled to announce the release of our revamped application, now faster and more user-friendly than...

Mechanization is undeniably transforming agriculture in Kenya. The rise of organizations providing mechanization services is a game-changer, making advanced farming...

As we navigate the challenges of food security and sustainable agriculture in Africa, one key factor stands out — the...

In an effort to become a leader in potato cultivation and production, Al-Jouf Agricultural Development Company has begun trial operation...

Lesotho, a small landlocked country in Southern Africa, is facing severe impacts of climate change that threaten its fragile ecosystem...

In the face of mounting headwinds, Egypt's potato industry is standing firm, supported by strong demand in Asian markets and...

Members of Lanyuak Farmers’ Cooperative Society in Narok County pose for a photo with one of their tractors.

Explore effective strategies for mitigating flood risks and enhancing potato production resilience. Learn how farmer capacity building and innovative techniques...

Join us in welcoming Agrey Nyakunga, our new Operations Manager at Kilimo Kisasa Ltd. With 8 years of experience in...

In Bangladesh, where potatoes are a staple food, recent reports have revealed a worrying trend: sharply rising potato prices. According...

The recent Red Sea crisis has had devastating effects on various Egyptian export sectors, with citrus fruits taking a significant...

Collaborating Towards Enhanced Yields and Nutritious Harvests for Small-Scale Farmers In a recent development, Solynta | true potato seeds welcomed...

Collaborative Efforts to Elevate Potato Farming Practices in Senegal Kayar, Senegal – Today marked the inauguration of the Onion Impact...

In Plateau State, approximately 4,000 potato farmers have received enhanced seedlings to optimize their output during the 2024 farming season....

#SouthAfrica #agriculture #foodsecurity #innovation #hybridtruepotatoseeds #conservationagriculture#smallholderfarmers #sustainability In recent years, South Africa has witnessed significant advances in agricultural technologies and...

#Agriculture #SustainableDevelopment #YouthEmpowerment #FoodSecurity #Collaboration #Innovation #SenegalAgriculture #Entrepreneurship #GlobalPartnerships #SustainableFarming In the dynamic landscape of Senegal's agriculture, a transformative collaboration...

#PotatoFarming #LateBlight #SustainableAgriculture #CropRecovery #FarmersCommunity #AgriculturalInnovation #GujaratFarming #ExpertInsights Late blight has cast a shadow over the once-thriving potato fields of...

#BiotechPotato #LateBlight #PotatoFarming #AgriculturalInnovation #KenyanAgriculture #CropDiseaseResistance #GlobalBiotechPotatoPartnership #SustainableFarming #FoodSecurity #Biosafety #AgricultureResearch In the highlands of Kenya, where potatoes are a...

#SouthAfrica #freshproduce #globalunrest #climaterelatedissues #traderestrictions #fuelandfertilizer #exportbans #supplychain #marketaccess #Europeanmarket #economicviability The fresh produce industry in South Africa is grappling...

Explore the latest advancements in potato breeding as Nigeria releases four climate-smart potato varieties to enhance agricultural productivity and resilience....

#FrenchFryCrisis #SouthAfrica #PotatoFarmers #Processors #AgriculturalIndustry #McCain #SustainableAgriculture #Innovation #Collaboration The crisis is said to have been caused by McCain, the...

#McCainFarmOfTheFutureAfrica #RegenerativeAgriculture #SustainablePotatoFarming #SolarTechnology #Sustainability #SouthAfricanAgriculture McCain Foods Limited, a leading frozen food manufacturer in South Africa, has officially opened...

#CameroonPotatoExport #PotatoExportGuide #ExportOptimization #PotatoIndustry #AgricultureTechnology Potato growers from Cameroon have been seeking help and support in organizing their exports to...

#agriculture#potatoproduction#Kenyanfarmers#KFC#sustainablesourcing#supplychain#economic#development#employmentopportunities This article highlights the recent news that Kenyan farmers may soon start supplying potatoes to KFC, a popular fast-food...

#Potatogrowers #Punjab #governmentassistance #lowprices #subsidy #procurementcenters #storagefacilities #processingunits #agriculturesector Potato growers in Punjab are facing losses due to low prices...