Zero Hunger Project launches three seed certification protocols in Togo

IITA–CGIAR and the Ministry of Agriculture, Village Water Supply, and Rural Development, Togo, have officially launched three new seed certification protocols on 30 September under the Agricultural Transformation in Nigeria’s Federal States and Togolese Regions Towards Achieving Zero Hunger Project. This project is funded by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), a key supporter of agricultural development initiatives worldwide. These protocols focus on yam, cassava, and sweet potato and aim to boost the quality of seeds produced in the country, ensuring a more robust agricultural system that can improve food security and enhance farmers’ incomes.

Speaking at the launch, Anani Kodjogan Kpadenou, Director of Plant Sectors, Ministry of Agriculture, welcomed Togo National Association of Certified Seeds representatives and other ministry officials. He expressed enthusiasm for the new protocols, noting that they are a significant addition to the existing ones for crops like rice and soybean. These new protocols are crucial as they ensure seed producers comply with standards and users adopt the correct practices, enhancing the quality of seeds and the robustness of the agricultural system.

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