Field Day on Seed Potato Production Held in Arstanbap

On 14 July 2026, a Field Day was held in Arstanbap village, Bazar-Korgon district, as part of the Value Chain Agro Finance project. The event brought together farmers from the Arstanbap and Jai-Terek groups involved in seed potato production.

The main objective of the Field Day was to demonstrate and compare new potato varieties under the soil and climatic conditions of the Arstanbap region. A total of 34 participants attended the event, including farmers, specialists from the Bazar-Korgon District Agricultural Development Department, representatives of the Arstanbap-Ata local government, and farmers from Aksy district interested in seed potato production.

During the Field Day, participants learned about the growth and development characteristics of the Paradiso, Riviera, and Silvana potato varieties, their adaptability to local conditions, and their resistance to major diseases and pests.

Based on the inspection of demonstration plots and visual assessment of the plants, the Paradiso variety demonstrated the highest resistance to diseases. Silvana also showed good resistance, while Riviera demonstrated comparatively lower disease resistance under the conditions of the region.

The practical session also focused on plant protection, crop nutrition, disease and pest prevention, and modern technologies for seed potato production. Trainer-consultants answered farmers’ questions and provided practical recommendations on crop care, the use of plant protection products, and compliance with key production requirements.

The second part of the programme included a visit to a standard potato storage facility with a capacity of 300 tonnes, reconstructed under a GIZ project in Arstanbap. Participants learned about the structure of the facility, potato preparation requirements, and optimal conditions for storing seed potatoes.

Special attention was given to temperature and humidity control, ventilation, proper preparation of tubers, loss prevention, and maintaining the quality of seed potatoes until the next growing season.

The Field Day provided a practical platform for knowledge and experience sharing between farmers and specialists. Participants highlighted the practical value of the information received and expressed interest in applying the recommended varieties and modern production and storage technologies on their farms.

The event contributed to strengthening cooperation between farmers, specialists, and local authorities, while supporting the further development of seed potato production in the region.

Following the Field Day, participants gathered for tea, providing an additional opportunity for informal communication and experience sharing. Discussions continued around the characteristics of the presented potato varieties,