Field Monitoring Conducted for Seed Potato Scheme in Naryn Region

On October 8–9, 2025, project experts, together with partners Agrolid and KGFRAS, conducted field monitoring of the seed potato agricultural scheme in the At-Bashy district of Naryn Region.

The visit aimed to calculate the seed potato multiplication factor and assess farmers’ satisfaction with the past agricultural season.

During the visit, experts met with leaders of farmer groups and the seed inspector. KGFRAS staff carried out calculations to determine the average weight of seed material by counting the number of tubers in 50 kg and collected samples for laboratory analysis to identify pests and diseases.

According to the survey, farmers were generally satisfied with the season’s outcomes. The average yield reached approximately 30 tons per hectare, and the quality of the harvested product was deemed satisfactory. The collected harvest was transported to the Kochkor district for further storage.

Some challenges were also identified, including the lack of clear seasonal records (phenological journals) and concerns regarding the quality of imported HZPC seed potatoes, specifically germination rates and large tuber fractions.

The field monitoring provided project experts with up-to-date data on the implementation of the scheme and helped identify areas for improving seed potato production practices.