Kenya-Netherlands cooperation in the potato sector

Published 2024년 5월 27일

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A partnership between Kenya and the Netherlands, established in 2012 to improve Kenya's seed potato sector, has successfully increased the number of registered potato varieties in the country from 13 in 2013 to 64 in 2023. The collaboration has also led to significant investments in seed supply, distribution, storage solutions, production, processing, and sector development. The project has financed machinery, technologies, and capacity building at the Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Services (KEPHIS) and has implemented numerous training programs. The partnership has also published potato guidance manuals and catalogues, and continues to work towards increasing sustainable production in Kenya's potato sector through training and knowledge sharing.

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Beginnings and Evolution The cooperation began in 2012, focusing initially on improving the seed potato subsector when certified seed potatoes were scarce in Kenya. Today, investments and opportunities have expanded to seed supply, distribution, storage solutions, production, processing, and overall sector development. The Netherlands, as the world’s largest seed potato exporter, brought its expertise to develop a vibrant seed potato sector in Kenya. The project, funded by the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands and implemented through Wageningen University, involved Dutch companies and numerous Kenyan stakeholders. Impact on Potato Varieties A significant achievement was the increase in registered potato varieties in Kenya from 13 in 2013 to 64 in 2023, with 34 varieties from the Netherlands. These include varieties suited for chipping, crisping, table use, and multi-purpose functions. Notably, the availability of high-quality processing varieties like Markies, Destiny, ...

Source: Agroberichtenbuitenland