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Direct Seed Marketing (DSM) to be resumed to address seed marketing challenges in Ethiopia
Read more: Direct Seed Marketing (DSM) to be resumed to address seed marketing challenges in EthiopiaEthiopia’s agricultural sector stands as a cornerstone of the country’s economy, and the seed sector plays a pivotal role in ensuring food security and improved agricultural productivity. However, the seed market in Ethiopia faces numerous challenges, particularly with issues related to carry-over seed. In 2025, the National Seed Technical Committee (NSTC) identified this issue as…
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Collaborative planning for coordinated seed emergency response in Tigray
Read more: Collaborative planning for coordinated seed emergency response in TigrayRecognizing the critical importance of sustainable seed systems in fragile contexts, a consultative and joint planning meeting was held on 30–31 December 2025 in Wukro town, Tigray region. The event brought together key humanitarian and development (HD) actors to discuss, jointly plan market-based seed response in the region. The meeting convened 37 participants representing government…
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Restoring seed systems: A pathway to recovery and resilience in Tigray
Read more: Restoring seed systems: A pathway to recovery and resilience in TigrayThe conflict in Tigray has severely disrupted agriculture, leaving farming communities struggling. Local seed systems, vital for food production and farmer resilience, have been heavily impacted. Key structures like Seed Producer Cooperatives (SPCs) and Community Seed Banks (CSBs) face damaged infrastructure, hindering their ability to produce, store, and distribute quality seeds. To address this pressing…
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Ethiopian Seed Partnership and Alage Agricultural TVET join forces to create young entrepreneurs
Read more: Ethiopian Seed Partnership and Alage Agricultural TVET join forces to create young entrepreneursTo foster entrepreneurship and development of the seed sector, the SWR Ethiopia ESP project has joined hands with Alage Agricultural TVET College to support the college’s Business Incubation Centre. This collaboration is set to change the way young trainees are prepared for entrepreneurial ventures in the seed sector and related agricultural businesses. The primary goal…
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A new chapter of seed self-sufficiency for Benishangul Gumuz Region
Read more: A new chapter of seed self-sufficiency for Benishangul Gumuz RegionThe Benishangul-Gumuz Region, a fertile area in Ethiopia renowned for its agricultural potential, particularly in maize production, is taking significant strides toward achieving seed self-sufficiency. Historically, the region has been a key supplier of hybrid maize seed for the nation, with larger companies and public seed enterprises producing seeds in the area. However, the reliance…
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Seed producer cooperatives visit Solagrow PLC to learn innovative potato seed multiplication technology
Read more: Seed producer cooperatives visit Solagrow PLC to learn innovative potato seed multiplication technologyIn its continued effort to address seed insecurity in Ethiopia, the SWR Ethiopia ESP project has partnered with Haramaya and Mekelle universities to enhance the supply of improved seeds through Seed Producer Cooperatives (SPCs). This collaboration focuses on upgrading the technical and infrastructural capacities of SPCs in East Hararghe and Tigray regions. By improving governance,…
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Short term training on seed sector governance for seed professionals
Read more: Short term training on seed sector governance for seed professionalsThe seed sector plays a pivotal role in shaping the agricultural landscape of Ethiopia. Recognizing the need to address challenges and enhance the capacity of professionals within the seed sector, SWR Ethiopia ESP project collaborated with Haramaya University and organized a short-term training program “Governance for Seed Sector Development.” This targeted training took place from…
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Enhancing capacity and resilience of seed producer cooperatives in Oromia Region
Read more: Enhancing capacity and resilience of seed producer cooperatives in Oromia RegionIn a commendable effort to address seed insecurity and enhance seed sector development in Ethiopia, the SWR Ethiopia ESP project has demonstrated its unwavering commitment to the seed sector by supporting six Seed Producer Cooperatives (SPCs) in the East Hararghe zone of Oromia region. The project has focused on enhancing the capacity and efficiency of…
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Afar region achieves historic milestone in seed response and development
Read more: Afar region achieves historic milestone in seed response and developmentThe Afar Region has reached a significant milestone in its seed production and supply self-sufficiency effort with the official endorsement of its first Seed Response and Seed Development Guideline. This achievement marks a transformative step toward establishing resilient agricultural practices and a robust seed development system in the region. The endorsement event, facilitated by Mercy…
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Second round of Seed Production and Business Management short course kicks off at Haramaya University
Read more: Second round of Seed Production and Business Management short course kicks off at Haramaya UniversityIn its continued effort to address the skilled manpower gaps in Ethiopia’s seed sector, Haramaya University has launched the second round of its Seed Production and Business Management short course. The initiative, organized in collaboration with the SWR Ethiopia ESP project, aims to enhance the skills and expertise of seed professionals across the country. During…
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