One Year Countdown: 13th World Potato Congress Comes to Naivasha, Kenya in October 2026

Excitement is building as planning continues for the 13th World Potato Congress, set to take place at the Sawela Lodge in Naivasha, Kenya, in October 2026.

Organizers are marking one year to go before the global event. Participants are encouraged to keep an eye on the official website and subscribe to the mailing list for the latest updates about the congress. 

By late November, the names of keynote speakers will be announced, along with the launch of the registration system. 

The registration process will include many details, including:

• Main topics for the pre-Congress thematic workshops scheduled for Monday, October 26, 2026
• Various accommodation options in Naivasha
• Partner Programs
• Post Congress Industry tours including a potato field day
• Post Congress Tourism tours including safari tours

From workshops to presentations by global leaders in the potato industry to interactive panels, the World Potato Congress aims to bring together all sectors of the global potato industry to network and learn from one another.

Key Themes and Focus Areas of the Congress

• Global Potato Production and Trade, Policy and Regulation
• Disease and Pest Management, Post-Harvest Management and Value Addition
• Potato Contribution to Food and Nutrition Security: Inclusive Models for Women, Youth and MSMEs
• Potato Variety Development and Seed Production Systems
• Potato Partnership and Private Sector Investments
• Potato Technologies, Innovations, Mechanization, Climate-Smart Approaches and Big Data Utilization

To explore sponsorship and exhibition opportunities at the trade show and field day, click the link below for more information: Sponsorship Opportunities.

The organizers look forward to welcoming delegates to the scenic area of Naivasha, Kenya, from October 26–30, 2026.