ENSP Ethiopia archive
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Seed CEOs: Women entrepreneurs cultivating seed business success in Ethiopia
In an effort to support local seed companies, ENSP has recognized the need to empower women in the seed business. Despite the initial challenges of including women-owned seed businesses in the program, a new strategy has been implemented. ENSP has… Continue reading
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Vermicompost Production: An emerging business opportunity for young professionals
The Ethiopia Netherlands Seed Partnership (ENSP) recently organized a training session for interns, focusing on the potential of vermicompost production as a viable business opportunity for young professionals. The training was specifically designed for participants of the ENSP internship program,… Continue reading
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Call for the Internship Opportunity
Term of Reference: Call for the Internship Opportunity Position: Internship in different assignments in local and international seed companies Location: In the different parts of the country Duration of the assignment: Three to Six months of internship assignment Background Stichting… Continue reading
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EAA partners with private seed companies to pilot variety testing for registration
It is well known that a significant development in Ethiopia’s agricultural sector happened with the ratification of the new seed law, Proclamation 1288/2023. This law brings about three variety registration systems, marking a pivotal shift by allowing private companies to… Continue reading
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Crop testing protocols for different crops validated
Crop protocols are essential for maintaining standardized procedures and guidelines set by regulatory authorities to uphold the quality, uniformity, and distinctiveness of crop varieties. These protocols are integral part of variety registration and certification process, which are crucial steps in… Continue reading
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The ENSP Internship Program progressing well with a strong track record of success
The Ethiopia Netherlands Seed Partnership (ENSP) internship program has yielded promising results, contributing to the development of skilled manpower in the Ethiopian seed sector. This initiative has focused on empowering fresh graduates in seed-related fields, facilitating their entry into the… Continue reading
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Regional Seed Regulatory authorities to pilot barcode method for seed certification
In a move to combat the proliferation of counterfeit seeds in Ethiopia, regional regulatory authorities in Amhara, Oromia, and central Ethiopia have embarked on a pilot project to implement barcode technology for seed certification. The initiative comes as a response… Continue reading
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Haramaya University reviews seed science and technology curriculum
Haramaya University, one of Ethiopia’s leading educational institutions, recently conducted a comprehensive review of its Seed Science and Technology (SST) curriculum. With the aim of aligning the program with the current needs of the Ethiopian seed sector, a stakeholder’s workshop… Continue reading
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Ethiopian Seed Association’s stakeholder engagement workshop addresses key challenges in the seed sector
The Ethiopian Seed Association (ESA) has been at the forefront of fostering collaboration and dialogue among its members to tackle the various challenges faced by the seed sector in Ethiopia. Through consultation platforms and stakeholder engagement workshops, the association aims… Continue reading
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Exchange visit to foster stronger linkage among seed sector stakeholders
Ensuring food security and nutrition in Ethiopia is a top priority for the Ethiopia Netherlands Seed Partnership. To achieve this, the partnership focuses on private sector development and has selected local private seed companies to strengthen their institutional, physical, and… Continue reading
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