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WPC 2026 Farmers Field Day – The Field Day is Growing!
Preparations are well underway for one of the highlights of World Potato Congress 2026 – the Farmers Field Day, taking place on Thursday, 29 October 2026 at FreshCrop, Mau Narok.
The Farmers Field Day is already taking shape in the field, with demonstration plots planted and participating partners working alongside the FreshCrop agronomy team to manage crops throughout the growing season.
Bringing together WPC delegates from around the world, more than 1,500 Kenyan farmers, researchers, seed companies, technology providers, input suppliers and industry partners, the Field Day will create a unique meeting point between global innovation and practical farming experience.
Visitors can look forward to live demonstration plots, potato varieties and seed, crop nutrition and protection programmes, machinery and technology, precision agriculture, smart farming solutions, practical talks and demonstrations, as well as the opportunity to meet the organisations and experts helping shape the future of potato production.
Follow the Field Day Journey
We are delighted to announce that a dedicated WPC 2026 Farmers Field Day page is now live, providing a closer look at what is happening at FreshCrop in the months leading up to the Congress.
The page will continue to be updated as the crops grow and preparations progress, with Field Day developments, participating partners, demonstration plots, farmer mobilization, event plans and further news from the field.
Keep an eye on the page for regular updates as we count down to 29 October and watch the WPC 2026 Farmers Field Day come to life!
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News Recap – The Countdown is On!
With less than two months to go until the World Potato Congress 2026 opens its doors in Kenya, preparations are gathering pace and there is plenty happening across all areas of the Congress.
From new speakers and programme announcements to new partners joining the Congress, Farmers Field Day developments and growing international participation, the countdown to Naivasha is well and truly on.
Meet Our International Experts
Must-See Talks at WPC 2026
The full WPC 2026 programme and international speaker line-up are now available, bringing together leading experts, researchers, industry leaders, policymakers and practitioners from across the global potato value chain.
Over the coming weeks, we will continue introducing the international experts joining us in Kenya, sharing their expertise and highlighting some of the must-see talks, plenary sessions and panel discussions taking place at WPC 2026.
From the latest developments in seed systems, genetics and crop protection to climate resilience, soil and water management, smart farming, processing, trade and sustainable food systems, the Congress will explore the issues, innovations and opportunities shaping the future of the global potato industry.
Follow our latest updates, meet the experts behind the programme and start planning the sessions you won’t want to miss in Naivasha.
With the Support of Our WPC 2026 Partners
We are delighted to welcome new sponsors, exhibitors and industry partners to WPC 2026.
Organisations from Kenya, across Africa and around the world are coming on board to showcase their expertise, technologies, products and solutions, both at the Congress in Naivasha and through the Farmers Field Day.
Their involvement is helping us create an event that connects the entire potato value chain, from farmers and researchers to technology providers, seed companies, processors, policymakers and global industry leaders.
Watch our channels over the coming weeks as we introduce more of the organisations joining us in Kenya.
A Truly International Congress
Registrations continue to arrive from across the world as the international potato community prepares to meet in Kenya this October.
WPC 2026 will provide an important opportunity to connect global potato expertise with the rapidly developing African potato sector, establish new partnerships and explore opportunities for research, investment, innovation and trade.
If you have not yet registered, now is the time to make your plans for Kenya.
Stay Connected – There is Much More to Come
The next few weeks will be busy!
We will be sharing new speaker announcements, programme highlights, partner news, Farmers Field Day updates, practical travel information and everything you need to prepare for your WPC 2026 experience in Kenya.
Follow WPC 2026 through our website, newsletters and social media channels, and join us in Naivasha, Kenya, 26-30 October 2026.
The global potato community is coming to Kenya. Will you be there?
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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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!
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