Andermatt will participate as a Bronze Sponsor at the 13th World Potato Congress, scheduled to take place from 26–30 October 2026 in Naivasha, Kenya, marking the company’s first sponsorship of the global potato industry event.The biological crop protection company announced its sponsorship through its social media platforms, expressing its enthusiasm about joining the international gathering, which brings together stakeholders from across the global potato value chain.
The congress is expected to provide a platform for industry players, researchers, policymakers, producers and agribusinesses to exchange knowledge, explore emerging technologies and discuss opportunities and challenges shaping potato production and trade. Andermatt’s participation reflects its engagement in sustainable crop protection and biological farming solutions, areas of growing interest as potato producers seek effective ways to manage pests and diseases while supporting environmentally responsible production.
As a Bronze Sponsor, the company will join other industry partners supporting the congress, which will bring international attention to Kenya’s potato sector and its role in global food production. The event in Naivasha will offer opportunities for networking, knowledge-sharing and engagement on innovations across the potato industry, including crop health, productivity and sustainable production practices. Andermatt said it looks forward to being part of the global gathering and engaging with stakeholders from across the potato industry.
The 13th World Potato Congress will be held from 26–30 October 2026 in Naivasha, positioning Kenya as an important meeting point for international potato industry stakeholders.