Potato originated in the highlands of South America before Spanish explorers brought the plant to Europe in the late 16th century. Around the turn of the 20th century the plant arrived in Africa where potato has grown in importance over the last years (Biovision). Uganda is the 3rd largest producer of potatoes in East Africa after Rwanda and Kenya. The highlands of Uganda are well placed to benefit from the growing demand for potatoes in the region (FAO 2020). Irish potatoes in are essentially a food security crop with good prospects for increased domestic urban demand. The major growing areas in Northern Uganda are in the highland areas of Zombo and Nebbi districts. In these districts, potato is a main part of household diets and a source of income. Irish Potatoes are grown for two major reasons.