U.S Department of Agriculture (USDA) partners with Iowa State University’s Seed  Science Center and launches a Workshop on Seed Systems Development in East  and West Africa  

U.S. Embassy In Addis Ababa
Press Release

Addis Ababa, August 19, 2024 – The U. S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Foreign  Agricultural Service (FAS), in partnership with the Iowa State University’s Seed Science  Center (SSC) is hosting a pivotal seminar-workshop on “Seed Systems Development in  East and West Africa.” Scheduled from August 19-22, 2024, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia,  this seminar-workshop aims to advance food and nutrition security through the  development of efficient, dynamic, and sustainable integrated seed systems.  

With the goal to expand farmers’ access to quality seeds and boost seed trade, the  event convenes approximately 60 representatives from seed authorities, seed  industries, scientists, researchers, and policy makers from countries including Ethiopia,Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, and Tanzania. Seminar-workshop speakers from regional and  international development agencies, research centers, national seed trade associations,  and seed companies will discuss initiatives and opportunities that can significantly  enhance the effectiveness of seed systems.  

In the two-day seminar, participants will exchange experiences in fostering seed system  innovations. Discussions will cover best practices and successful approaches to various  aspects of seed system implementation, with a focus on fostering public-private  partnerships. The attendees’ collective expertise and experience are expected to  develop a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities in seed  systems development across East and West Africa.  

Workshop attendees will work to develop actionable recommendations to support the  advancement of national and regional action plans for seed systems development.  These recommendations will also inform future technical assistance activities.  

Eligible parties have the option to attend the event virtually. Information about virtual  access, seminar-workshop schedule, speakers, and participants are available at the  website https://www.seeds.iastate.edu/seed-systems-development-workshop.  

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