According to Pamba Na Viazi consultant and Palladium Kenya country manager Eddy Chibu, potato trials have proved successful in the region. He said that, since 2017 under the PAVI program, they have been conducting various potato trials in Msambweni, Matuga and Lunga Lunga, all yielded good results. As per our trials, the farming is doing well.” However, he added that local farmers need the support of different stakeholders to shift into potato farming. Chibu said a farmer is required to have not less than Sh90,000 to start practical potato farming, which residents do not have the capacity to raise because of poverty and unemployment. He said despite the challenges, potato farming remains to be profitable if local farmers are well empowered and equipped.

Source: The Star August 31, 2023 12:11 UTC