FEATUREDFostering innovation along potato value chains in East AfricaThis project aims to strengthen the capacities in scientific research and innovative technologies in Eastern Africa
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FEATUREDSPIRIT Guidelines on innovative technologies and best practicesA set of four guidelines to promote the adoption of innovations along the potato value chains in East Africa
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FEATUREDProposals for East African policy makers to foster innovationRecommendations to promote innovation along potato value chains through modifications in existing policies, regulations and standards.
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European Association for Potato Research (EAPR) - Pathology & Pests Section Meeting 2016

From 07/08/2016 to 11/08/2016 — Apex City Quay Hotel & Spa, Dundee, Scotland
Event image of the African potato platform

Pests and pathogens remain a major constraint to food security in a world where potato is rising in importance as a major food crop.  They look forward to catching up with all the latest research and engaging industry representatives at the event to share first-hand the advances in this exciting area.

Invited speakers will describe some of the main potato pest and pathogen threats on each of five different continents (Africa, Asia, Australasia, North America and South America) to add context to research in Europe and how it aligns with that of other nations worldwide.

Document relevant to the topics: Production and post-harvest technologies and practices , Quality management along the seed potato value chain
Document relevant to the regions and countries: EU and Others
Related website: http://www.eaprpathology2016.eu/
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