Seed Systems/CESSA
Seed Systems
Seed systems are the “backbone” of sector research, quality assurance, extension, and distribution. They are the trigger point to create more productive, commercial farmers able to shift to more sustainable farming practices.
The Center of Excellence for Seed Systems in Africa (CESSA) is focused on forming partnerships to address various challenges in the African seed systems. A one-stop center to accelerate the building of functional seed systems.
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Strengthening National
seed systems
We will strengthen national seed systems by enhancing government and private sector support for seeds and building a stronger seed policy and regulatory framework
Enabling inclusive farmer
access to seed
by increasing availability of EGS and improved seed, improving extension services, and enhancing the capacity of the extension and input distribution system.
Enabling higher adoption of diverse, climate-smart crop varieties
by enhancing variety turnover, developing strong quality control for improved seed, and offering advisory on diverse, nutrient- dense, climate- smart varieties
