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62 Countries Are Coming to Kenya. Will You Be There?
The countdown to the 13th World Potato Congress is well and truly on!
We are delighted to announce that delegates from 62 countries are already registered to join us in Naivasha, Kenya, from 26-30 October 2026.
This incredible international representation demonstrates what WPC 2026 is all about, bringing the global potato community together to exchange knowledge, discover new innovations, build partnerships and help shape the future of the potato sector.
From growers, researchers and agribusiness leaders to policymakers, development organisations, technology providers and industry professionals, delegates will come together from across Africa and around the world for five days of learning, collaboration and connection.
Why join us in Kenya?
WPC 2026 will feature a comprehensive international program exploring some of the most important opportunities and challenges facing the potato sector today, including seed systems, genetics, sustainable crop management, soil and water management, pests and diseases, smart farming, post-harvest solutions, climate resilience, research collaboration and much more.
Delegates will also have the opportunity to take learning beyond the conference room at our Farmers Field Day on 29 October, where 1,500+ farmers and international delegates will come together to see technologies, products and innovations working live in the field.
Technical tours, pre-Congress workshops, networking opportunities and meetings with potato professionals from around the world will make WPC 2026 a truly unique global gathering.
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- Lake Naivasha Sawela Lodge, Naivasha, Kenya
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- Photocredit: Congress co-host FreshCrop Ltd’s annual farmer field day, Nakuru, Kenya
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- Wildlife in Kenya
The Clock is Ticking!
With the Congress now just weeks away, we strongly encourage anyone planning to attend to register as soon as possible.
Availability for some additional Congress activities, including selected pre-Congress workshops and technical tours, is limited, and places may fill as we get closer to October.
62 countries are already represented. Make sure you are part of it.
The Latest from Mau Narok
Farmers Field Day Updates
The preparations for the Farmers Field Day on Thursday 29th October are continuing at pace. Demonstration plots have been allocated and partners have already planted their seed, with the plots being monitored by the Freshcrop agronomy team and participating partners.
Mau Narok Farmers Field Day
With the Support of Our WPC 2026 Partners
We are grateful to the organizations already supporting WPC 2026 and helping us deliver an international Congress with a meaningful and lasting impact in Kenya.
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Please be aware of unauthorized agencies acting as agents for WPC 2026 Kenya. Keynote PCO is the official professional conference organizer for this event. Only consult our official website to obtain information about the congress in Kenya.
This year’s Congress has so much to offer attending delegates and accompanying guests. As this year’s host, Kenya looks forward to seeing you at the 13th World Potato Congress!
13th WORLD POTATO CONGRESS
KENYA: 26-30 OCTOBER 2026
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