Winnie Wambugu is the Director of Nakuru Tubers, a Kenyan agribusiness producing high-quality, climate-resilient seed potato using cutting-edge research findings. With an MSc in Horticulture from Egerton University and over 3 years of seed potato research, Winnie is dedicated to bridging traditional knowledge with modern science to improve food security in Kenya. Her passion lies in empowering smallholder farmers, especially women, youth, and indigenous communities, with sustainable agricultural practices. A 2023 World Food Program IGNITE SEED Program awardee and Top 30 finalist for the IFC Impact Investing Challenge, Winnie champions accessible agricultural knowledge for all.
