Tigoni
KARI-released Kenyan variety. Mid-altitude adaptation, suitable for fresh and processing.
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About this variety
KARI-released Kenyan variety. Mid-altitude adaptation, suitable for fresh and processing.
Tigoni is classified as a africa variety released in 1996, primarily used for all-purpose, frying / fries. For agronomic specs, breeder details, and trial data not yet captured here, refer to the source registries linked at the bottom of this page.
Where is Tigoni grown?
Tigoni is most commonly grown in Africa, with original release from Kenya / KARI. The variety is commercially established within its regional context. Cultivation footprint reflects the variety's adaptation to local agroclimatic conditions and the breeding programme's regional focus.
Production data for the specific countries where Tigoni dominates is documented through CIP, USDA, AHDB, ICAR-CPRI, NAK Netherlands, and national agricultural agencies depending on origin. Cross-reference our country profiles for production context — see the global country index or specific producers in Africa.
What is Tigoni best used for?
Tigoni is best suited to all-purpose, frying / fries. KARI-released Kenyan variety. Mid-altitude adaptation, suitable for fresh and processing.
End-use suitability is determined by specific gravity, flesh colour, dry-matter content, and reducing-sugar levels. Variety selection should match end-use specifications documented through breeder guidance and trial data. See the complete varieties guide for cross-variety comparison.
When was Tigoni released and by whom?
Tigoni was released in 1996 by Kenya / KARI. The variety belongs to the Africa family of cultivars and reflects the breeding objectives of its origin programme — typically a combination of yield improvement, disease resistance, and end-use specification matching the dominant commercial demand of the period.
As a more recent release, Tigoni reflects modern breeding priorities — likely combining yield improvement with updated disease-resistance packages and end-use specification matching contemporary processor or retail demand.
How does Tigoni compare to similar varieties?
Within the Africa family of cultivars, Tigoni is classified as a iconic variety. Comparable varieties include Shangi, Sherekea, Asante — each with distinct breeding histories and end-use profiles. Cross-comparison data is available through our variety database.
For systematic comparison see the variety compare tool or browse all 237 varieties in our database. Each variety has its own dedicated profile with origin, traits, and uses documented from primary breeder sources.
Frequently asked questions about Tigoni
What is Tigoni potato?+
Tigoni is a africa potato variety released in 1996 originating from Kenya / KARI. KARI-released Kenyan variety. Mid-altitude adaptation, suitable for fresh and processing.
What is Tigoni potato best used for?+
Tigoni is best suited to all-purpose, frying / fries. KARI-released Kenyan variety. Mid-altitude adaptation, suitable for fresh and processing.
When was Tigoni released?+
Tigoni was released in 1996. The variety is classified as africa (Iconic).
Where is Tigoni grown?+
Tigoni is most commonly grown in Africa, with original release from Kenya / KARI. Cross-reference our country profiles for production data.
Variety profiles aggregate data from CIP Lima genebank, ICAR-CPRI variety catalogue, EU Common Catalogue, USDA PVPO, AHDB Potato Variety Database, NIAB, NAK Netherlands, the Potato Pedigree Database, national breeding programmes (CAAS, EARO, BARI, INTA, EMBRAPA, INIFAP, IHAR-PIB, VNIIKKH), and peer-reviewed literature in Potato Research and the American Journal of Potato Research.
Updated May 2026 · Reviewed by Potatopedia editorial team.