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Seed Systems Group

@SystemsSeed

Extending the benefits of good seed to all of Africa's farmers.

Katılım Temmuz 2019
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The hybrid meeting brought together partners from Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Senegal, Tanzania, and Zambia to review Year 2 progress and align on Year 3 activities. Review and planning meetings like this are critical to accelerating access to quality seeds for farmers across Africa.
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SSG participated in the Vision for Adapted Crops and Soils Project (VACS) review and planning meeting at the Center for International Forestry Research and World Agroforestry (ICRAF) campus in Nairobi.
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The hybrid meeting brought together partners from Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Senegal, Tanzania, and Zambia to review Year 2 progress and align on Year 3 activities. Review and planning meetings like this are critical to accelerating access to quality seeds for farmers across Africa.
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SSG participated in the Vision for Adapted Crops and Soils Project (VACS) review and planning meeting held at the Center for International Forestry Research and World Agroforestry (ICRAF) campus in Nairobi, on February 26, 2026.
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Discover how strategic partnerships, farmer-led trials, and resilient seed systems turned Exbaika into a national success story – and a model for African agriculture. Read the full story: seedsystemsgroup.org/how-one-variet…
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while withstanding drought and winning over consumers with its strong aroma and long grains. Farmers say they can sell Exbaika at nearly double the usual price, and it’s already become the centerpiece of government rice programs and premium brands like “Riz des Chefs.”
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In just a few seasons, one rice variety has changed everything for Togolese farmers. Exbaika, first introduced from Ghana in 2022, is now delivering up to 8 tons per hectare in farmers’ fields – more than triple Togo’s national average –
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We met with ICIPE at their headquarters in Nairobi for an insightful discussion on the value of forage species such as desmodium for smallholder farmers. Both teams recognized the importance of these species in boosting livestock productivity and soil health...
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irrigation investments translate into productivity, income, and food security gains for farmers. We appreciate the opportunity to contribute to the dialogue and look forward to continued collaboration in supporting Somalia’s irrigation and agricultural transformation agenda.
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At Seed Systems Group (SSG), we recognize that resilient irrigation infrastructure must go hand-in-hand with resilient seed systems. Access to quality, climate-adapted varieties delivered through functional and inclusive seed supply chains remains central to ensuring that...
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Seed Systems Group participated in the BBS–Irrigation Project Validation Workshop convened by the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation, Federal Government of Somalia. The workshop brought together key partners and stakeholders to validate the BBS–Irrigation Project design,
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low yields perpetuate debt and food insecurity. Seed Systems Group (SSG) is driving change by making scientifically developed, high-yield, disease-resistant seeds accessible and affordable, boosting productivity by up to 150% and transforming rural livelihoods.
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In sub-Saharan Africa, millions of smallholder farmers remain trapped in poverty due to limited access to improved seeds—despite agriculture being their lifeline. With less than 20% of farmers using high-quality seeds (compared to 90%+ in developed economies),
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..of improved seed varieties. Sometimes, small is truly powerful. Small seed pack approach is enabling SSG partner seed companies to connect more effectively with farmers.
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SETRACO is exhibiting improved seed varieties packaged not only in standard sizes, but also in 100g small packs. These small packs are generating strong interest among farmers, proving to be a smart, impactful way to raise awareness, build trust, and encourage the adoption..
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Small Seed Pack: A Smart Marketing Strategy for Seed Companies Seed Systems Group partner seed company, SETRACO, is showcasing innovation at the Global African Entrepreneurship & Industrialization Week 2025, taking place from Nov 17–21 at Source du Nil Hotel, Bujumbura, Burundi.
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@MOASomalia and capacity building along the national seed value chain. We greatly value our partnership in this important mission of empowering and bettering the livelihoods of Somali farmers. We remain committed to sustained collaboration in ensuring a seed and food-secure Somalia.
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@MOASomalia we have continued implementing collaborative activities to support the introduction of improved varieties, seed production and distribution, awareness creation about the importance and benefits of quality improved seed varieties, farmer extension,
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Congratulations to the @MOASomalia for this historic milestone in Somalia's Agricultural Research and Innovation agenda. Seed Systems Group is proud to be associated with the MoA in the development of the seed sector in Somalia. Since 2021,
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