Partners chart a pathway to scale Kenya’s decentralised potato seed system
A two-day potato project evaluation results validation workshop in Nakuru has brought together partners to turn a decade of learning into practical commitments for the future of Kenya’s potato seed system. The workshop convened representatives from national and county governments, farmers, Village-Based Advisors, decentralised seed multipliers, regulators, researchers, development partners and businesses. Participants came from […]
Farmers in Madagascar and Burundi adapt FIPS potato model
FIPS Africa’s philosophy is that smallholder farmers adopt innovations with greater confidence when they can see them working in their own farms. This is why FIPS supports Village-Based Advisers to distribute small trial packs of seed and establish local demonstrations hence turning farms into practical learning sites. Alvin Oduor Oluoch, Senior Training Unit Coordinator at […]
Kwale County smallholders to benefit from FIPS and partners’ push on soil health
Over the past seven years, FIPS Africa has been testing a series of approaches to improve soil fertility in smallholder farming systems. In early July 2026, FIPS convened a meeting of partners from the Matuga Network in Kwale County. The event combined stakeholder engagement with training in proven soil health and soil and water conservation […]
FIPS Africa showcases climate-smart farming solutions at Makueni Agricultural and Trade Fair
FIPS Africa joined the County Government of Makueni, development partners, exhibitors, farmers and other stakeholders at the 2026 Makueni Agricultural and Trade Fair held at Makindu Showground. At its stand, FIPS Africa showcased practical conservation agriculture technologies, with a focus on deep tillage to help farmers break hardpan, improve soil health, increase water infiltration and […]
FIPS Africa partners with grassroots journalists to strengthen farmer access to trusted agricultural information
FIPS Africa has held a media briefing with grassroots journalists from Kakamega, Busia, and Bungoma counties to strengthen collaboration with local media in taking practical agricultural information to smallholder farmers in Western Kenya. The engagement brought together journalists who work closely with farming communities to deepen their understanding of FIPS Africa’s partnerships with county governments, […]
FIPS Africa strengthens partner capacity across sub-Saharan Africa through hands-on learning exchange in Kenya
FIPS Africa hosted partners from Madagascar and Burundi in Nakuru, Kenya, for a hands-on learning exchange on implementing potato projects, as it expands support to 10 organisations in six countries under its Small Farms, Big Futures vision. FIPS Africa has taken another important step in advancing its Small Farms, Big Futures vision by hosting partners […]
FIPS Africa and Nakuru County launch 100 Diffused Light Stores and agribusiness equipment for youth
A new investment in decentralised seed systems, youth enterprise, and stronger rural livelihoods in Nakuru County FIPS Africa, in partnership with the Nakuru County Government, has launched 100 Diffused Light Stores (DLSs) and agribusiness equipment for youth in Mwahe Village, Nakuru County – a practical step towards strengthening the potato value chain, reducing post-harvest losses, […]
Réseau Burundi 2000 Plus joins FIPS Africa Community of Practice to expand farmer support in Burundi
Partnership overview Réseau Burundi 2000 Plus (RBU 2000+) has joined the FIPS Africa Training Unit Community of Practice in a partnership that marks an exciting step in deepening and diversifying our work in Burundi. RBU 2000+ is a non-profit organisation with over 20 years of experience working with farmers to increase incomes, improve community nutrition, […]
Sierra Leone trains 200 Village-based Advisors to improve extension and input access for smallholder farmers
Sierra Leone took a major step towards strengthening food security and improving rural livelihoods by training 200 Village-based Advisors (VBAs). VBA services will initially support farmers in five districts – Port Loko, Karene, Moyamba, Bo, and Kenema as the first of a national roll-out. The training, held from 13–18 March, covered the fundamentals of becoming […]
FIPS Africa expands into Uganda through new partnership with Farm Africa
Farm Africa has launched a Village-Based Advisor (VBA) programme in northeastern Uganda in partnership with FIPS Africa. The initiative marks an important step in FIPS’ Small Farms, Big Futures strategy and reflects a shared commitment to expanding farmer-centred extension systems beyond Kenya while adapting proven approaches to local contexts. At the heart of the collaboration is a […]