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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 job market, and nurturing potential young entrepreneurs.The primary goal of the internship is to attract…
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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 to the growing concern over the spread of non-genuine seeds, particularly in the case of…
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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 was organized in Dire Dawa city. The workshop brought together experts, faculty members, and industry…
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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 to foster collaboration, create awareness about new policies, and discuss the progress of the association.…
