Exciting news for DR Congo! This year, local seed companies in Bukavu are starting production of a new drought-tolerant maize hybrid called 'WE5117' This is a big step towards more resilient crops in the region. buff.ly/4cBEJ9c #DRCongo #agriculture #foodsecurity

Last week, we received AGRA and implementing Partners to our smart seed business center, #LegacySquare. I shared our journey with them and indicated the road is rough and muddy but needs tenacity. #LCIC #LegacySquare #Seedbusiness #AECFImpact #AGRAImpact

Our The Plant Phenome Journal article featured in CSA news. Research in collaboration with Pat Schnable Juan Sebastián Panelo L Tang and Yin Bao.

Hybrid Maize Seed Production Launched in Burundi. Burundi is located in the Great Lakes region of central Africa, with substantial agricultural potential and almost 90% of the population involved in farming.

Cornell CALS recognizes Joe DeVries for pioneering agricultural work in Africa - Innovation Lab for Crop Improvement buff.ly/3U8Ra50

During the inaugural #AnnualLearningForum2024 Participants engaged in focused discussions on critical areas for the delivery of knowledge and technologies to farmers. They explored innovative solutions and addressed challenges collaboratively. FIPS Africa - Small Farms, Big Futures

During a field visit to the Rumbuka Seed Company warehouse in Kamonye Region, Rwanda, Ephraim Wachira from KEPHIS conducted a training session on potato seed quality management and certification standards.

Introducing the V3 maize hybrid by SETRACO in Karunzi Province, Burundi! This innovative hybrid is designed to enhance agricultural productivity, addressing the critical need for high-yielding maize varieties in a region where food security is paramount.

Our team visited the parental seed multiplication field by RELHARF Seed Company & FOFIFA in Buss, Madagascar! This collaboration is vital for enhancing seed quality and supporting local farmers.

As we step into 2025, let's reflect on the milestones of #AIDI Great Lakes! Funded by Feed the Future & USAID, we're scaling agricultural, livestock & nutrition innovations in #Burundi, #DRC & #Rwanda. More in the Newsletter (issue 4): tinyurl.com/45jve6f5

Agriculture is the backbone of African economies, livelihoods, and food security. The role of women leaders in this critical space often goes unrecognized, despite their significant contributions.  Read more bit.ly/ssgdec24

We are proud to be a supporting partner at the 8th Africa Agri Expo 2025. Join us as we showcase innovative solutions that empower farmers with quality seeds for sustainable growth.   #AfricaAgriExpo Get your ticket: africa-agriexpo.com

Celebrating Five (5) Years of Seed Innovation at Legacy Square Today, we mark a significant milestone, celebrating the 5th anniversary of Legacy Square, Ghana's leading smart seed business center. From its modest beginnings with a foundation laying ceremony, Legacy Square has

Training of seed inspection staff from SARIS (Somalia) in Seed Certification is currently underway at KEPHIS. This program focuses on building skills and strengthening the seed certification process to enhance seed systems in the region. #SafeTrade #planthealth #Agriculture

This week, Stanbic Bank Ghana reached out to me first to apologize for opening an account with my signature without my consent. As if that's not enough, the bank illegally has an ex-employee who has resigned, and the bank was duly notified months before this fraudulent account was

On the fifth day, Somalia seed inspectors were trained by KEPHIS experts on seed processing factory inspections at Bayer East Africa premises in Nakuru. This hands-on session emphasized maintaining compliance and ensuring high-quality seed standards.

Seed Marketing Gap: Global Giants Outspend African Competitors. In the competitive seed sector, a stark contrast has emerged between international seed companies and their African counterparts when it comes to marketing investments. While global seed giants pour substantial

SSG, in partnership with IITA under the AID-I project, organized a specialized training for RICA, RAB, IITA & OAF seed inspectors and lab analysts in Kigali, Rwanda. Led by KEPHIS, the session strengthened skills in seed quality & regulatory compliance.

A 3-day national consultation workshop brought together key stakeholders from across the seed value chain in Sierra Leone, organized by the Sierra Leone Seed Certification Agency with support from the Seed Systems Group (SSG).

The third day of the regional training workshop in Lomé, which began on Monday, 19 May, focused on sharing experiences and building on lessons learned to strengthen seed systems across West Africa.