Policy options for advancing seed systems for vegetatively propagated crops in Vietnam

Gatto, Marcel; Le, Dung Phuong; Pacillo, Grazia; Maredia, Mywish K.; Labarta, Ricardo; Hareau, Guy; Spielman, David J.

doi:10.1080/15427528.2021.1881011

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“…Furthermore, an analysis of the seed laws and policies and regulations across 35 countries in Africa showed that in 23 countries seed laws forbid the trade in unregulated seed. Obviously, government policy and legislation may have negative impacts on farmers’ abilities to engage in seed production and marketing, for staple crops (De Jonge et al, 2020; Gatto et al, 2021).…”

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Strengths and weaknesses of organized crop seed production by smallholder farmers: A five-country case study

Dey

Visser²,

Tin

et al. 2022

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In many countries, smallholder farmers play a key role in food crop seed production. So far, the community roles, operational structures, seed production efficiency, aspects of sustainability, and the social and policy environments in which these groups operate have been poorly studied and described. The present study attempts to better understand these factors by drawing cases from twenty-five seed producer groups in five countries (Vietnam, Uganda, Zambia, Niger, and Guatemala) that deal with nine crops in total (rice, maize, sorghum, pearl millet, common bean, cowpea, soybean, groundnut, potato and sweet potato). Results of the study show all groups supply a significant share of seed offered in local markets. It appeared that all groups received major support for capacity development from a broad range of actors including local and national governments, public institutions, national seed companies and development organizations. Several groups operate under seasonal contracts with institutional seed buyers, whereas other groups sell most of their seed in local markets to fellow farmers. To support seed quality and render product branding meaningful, most groups have established subgroups for crop monitoring and seed inspection, and for gathering and using market intelligence. Some, but not all groups depend on formal seed certification. Two key challenges stand out across seed producer groups interviewed. First, most seed producer groups experience difficulties in accessing good-quality early generation seed (EGS) on time, like in the formal seed sector in many countries. Second, in most groups packaging and labelling of the seed produced and offered in local markets is suboptimal, hindering further professionalization. Moreover, groups invariably have a poor understanding of applicable seed policy and legislation. Our observations point at actions that external stakeholders could undertake to strengthen smallholder farmer seed production in recognition of their contribution to food and nutrition security.

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Strengths and weaknesses of organized crop seed production by smallholder farmers: A five-country case study

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Visser²,

Tin

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“…Moreover, interviews with stakeholders revealed that the adoption rate of OFSP varieties in the areas where OFSP has been heavily promoted is roughly between 30% and 40%. However, Gatto et al (2021a) and Gatto et al (2021b) reported an OFSP adoption rate of 54%.…”

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“…First, we shed light on the difference between seed systems for true seeds and VPCs, particularly biofortified and non-biofortified varieties. This is because studies on seed systems for VPCs have focused on all varieties (biofortified and non-biofortified varieties) (Gatto et al, 2021a;McEwan et al, 2021;Spielman et al, 2021), and little has been done to date on biofortified varieties. Second, in Malawi, one study by Abidin et al (2012) documented seed system interventions carried out under the Rooting Out Hunger Project.…”

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Assessment of seed system interventions for biofortified orange‐fleshed sweet potato (OFSP) in Malawi

Nyirenda¹,

Nyondo²,

Jogo³

et al. 2023

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The International Potato Center (CIP) has collaboratively implemented various demand‐pull and supply‐push interventions since 2006 to develop the seed system for biofortified orange‐fleshed sweet potato (OFSP) (Ipomoea batatas) varieties in Malawi. Consequently, the adoption of OFSP varieties has increased to 30%. Nevertheless, the actual adoption rates, the contribution of these interventions to the seed system development, and the extent to which the current policy and regulatory environment facilitated or impeded the availability and access to quality planting materials by smallholder farmers are not well understood. This study explored these critical issues using desk reviews and qualitative information with OFSP subsector stakeholders. The results reveal that most of the critical nodes of the OFSP seed system are underdeveloped. However, CIP backstopping interventions to the national research systems contributed significantly to building Malawi's capacity for producing clean early‐generation seed materials. In addition, CIP has played a critical role in developing the community‐level capacity to produce and disseminate clean vines through the introduction of decentralized vine multipliers and commercial vine multipliers. The study recommends integrating formal and informal seed systems for vegetatively propagated crops to improve access to quality planting materials by farmers. Second, government and development partners (CGIAR centers, Nongovernmental Organization) should progressively promote/create demand for OFSPs among consumers because of the strong association between the biofortified OFSP varieties and nutrition. Lastly, there is need for government and development partners to establish and increase OFSP interventions in the Northern and Central regions of Malawi.

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“…Studies signified that despite a regulatory regime that imposes strict rules on the production and trade of planting materials for vegetatively propagated crops, the market is largely unregulated because of weak enforcement capacity. Instead, producers of vegetatively propagated crops planting materials signal quality to farmers through trust, reputation, and long-term relationships ( Gatto et al, 2021 ).…”

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Potato bacterial wilt in Ethiopia: history, current status, and future perspectives

Tessema¹,

Seid²

2023

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Background Potato is an essential food staple and a critical tuber crop for rural livelihoods in Ethiopia, where many pathogenic pests are threatening production. Bacterial wilt, also known as brown rot of potato, ranks among the diseases that most affect many potato farmers in Ethiopia and the disease losses dramatically threatening the vibrant potato sector even in the highlands of the country where it has been uncommon so far. Methodology To devise a strategy towards boosting potato productivity in Ethiopia where food insecurity is most prevalent, production constraints should be investigated and properly addressed. Hence, we have used existing reviews and reports on the subjects, such as textbooks, and proceeding and conference abstracts in Plant Protection Society of Ethiopia; Web of Science; Google Scholar; Research Gate and CIP’s database to document most relevant information on the occurrence, distribution, and disease management of bacterial wilt in Ethiopia. Results Provision of comprehensive information on potato bacterial wilt occurrence, distribution, and management techniques are crucial for potato growers, researchers and stakeholders engaged on potato industry. In this review, we provided insights on the history, status, and future perspectives of potato bacterial wilt in Ethiopia. Conclusions Awareness of potato bacterial wilt and integrated disease management approaches could bring a fundamental impact to the farming community mostly to smallholder farmers in developing countries. This document compiled such imperative information targeting bacterial wilt management techniques to ensure food security.

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Policy options for advancing seed systems for vegetatively propagated crops in Vietnam

Cited by 10 publications

References 36 publications

Strengths and weaknesses of organized crop seed production by smallholder farmers: A five-country case study

Strengths and weaknesses of organized crop seed production by smallholder farmers: A five-country case study

Assessment of seed system interventions for biofortified orange‐fleshed sweet potato (OFSP) in Malawi

Potato bacterial wilt in Ethiopia: history, current status, and future perspectives

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