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Hands-on training to strengthen private seed companies seed quality analysis capacity
In an effort to enhance food security, improve nutrition, and bolster climate resilience, the role of high-quality seeds cannot be overstated. Recognizing this, the Ethiopian Seed Partnership (ESP) has been working diligently with domestic seed companies to strengthen their capacity in seed production and quality assurance. By equipping these companies with the tools and knowledge…
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Seeds for resilience in fragile context: A new chapter forcommunity-based seed production in Afar Region
In Ethiopia’s Afar Region, farmers long reliant on humanitarian seed aid due to droughts and floods are now seeing change. Efforts are underway to transform the seed system, offering hope to these resilient agro-pastoral communities. The region has long faced seed insecurity, relying on external seed assistance due to the lack of local producers except…
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Stakeholders discuss strategies to reinitiate Direct Seed Marketing in Oromia Region
In a concerted effort to enhance seed marketing and ensure the efficient delivery of quality seeds to farmers, the Ministry of Agriculture (MoA), in collaboration with the Oromia Bureau of Agriculture (BoA), Oromia Seed Enterprise, and Ethiopian Seed Partnership (ESP), hosted a regional stakeholders’ consultative workshop in the Oromia Region on 5th of March 2026.…
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A field that speaks for itself: Farmers’ Field Day brings new hope for seed producers in Afar
In the arid and sun-scorched lands of the Afar Region, a green revolution is taking root. A homegrown maize seed production initiative is offering hope to local communities, ensuring the availability of quality seeds that are accessible and tailored to farmers’ needs. The story of transformation begins with a simple yet powerful belief: “Afar can…
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Collaborative planning for coordinated seed emergency response in Tigray
Recognizing 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
The 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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A new chapter of seed self-sufficiency for Benishangul Gumuz Region
The 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
In 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
The 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
In 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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