International Seed Federation (ISF)

@kentnnadozie.bsky.social, is currently speaking at the Opening Ceremony of the ISF #WorldSeed2025 in Istanbul, joining global leaders to discuss the future of seeds & food security. 🌱

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#SeedIsLife

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Join us for the Opening Ceremony of the #WorldSeed2025 👇

🔴 Live: m.youtube.com/watch?v=JEBu...

Climate-proof seed trials yield results in Rwanda Climate-resilient seed testing in Rwanda results in yields up to eight times the national average.

“Without good quality seeds, you are doomed to fail” - Michael Keller, @seedfed.bsky.social

Farmers in Rwanda are seeing yields increase eightfold in trials of certified, locally adapted seeds via @scidevnet.bsky.social

www.scidev.net/global/news/...

ISF joins #Euroseeds in welcoming the Coreper outcome, which is a major step forward in clarifying policy for New Genomic Techniques (#NGTs) in Europe.

For more info on ISF's #plantbreeding innovation position, visit heyzine.com/flip-book/40...

#SeedIsLife

How certified seeds can transform agriculture | FairPlanet Strong safeguards for plant breeding can transform farming and secure global food supplies. But what’s at stake if we fail to act?

Seed quality is a big determinant of farmer success, says
@seedfed.bsky.social's Michael Keller, yet only around 10 per cent of smallholder farmers have access to quality seeds.

Seed certification can help address this challenge. Learn how in Fair Planet 👇🏾
bit.ly/3XiIqKW

#AFSTACongress2025 delegates joined ISF, Fair Planet & Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources (Rwanda) for a field visit to the HCoE & the Gwiza Cooperative.

+84,000 farmers are gaining skills & better seed access to boost food security & incomes.

More info: bit.ly/4kxiHIM
#SeedIsLife

Without seeds, there would be no plants, no trees, no food for animals, and no plant-based nutrition for human consumption.

Our mission ➡️ www.fao.org/plant-treaty...

#ItAllStartsWithTheSeed #FoodSecurity #Biodiversity

@fao.org @ifpri.org @cgiar.org @cifor-icraf.bsky.social @seedfed.bsky.social

Join us as we celebrate 1 year of the ISF Women’s Mentorship Program with a live event featuring mentors & mentees sharing their experiences.

📅 13 March 2025 | 14:00–15:00 CET
🔗 Watch live: bit.ly/4i2JbjX
#WomenInSeed

📢 Why is seed innovation crucial for Africa’s agricultural future?

Explore insights on the advancements and challenges in the TheStar Kenya's article: www.the-star.co.ke/news/big-rea...

#SeedIsLife

AFSTA celebrates its 25th anniversary ISF congratulates AFSTA on its 25th anniversary. For the past 25 years, AFSTA has played a central role in promoting the private seed sector in the continent, ensuring farmers have access to quality seed that supports Africa's food security and sustainable agriculture.

Congrats to AFSTA on 25 years of strengthening Africa’s seed sector!

For a quarter-century, AFSTA has helped farmers access quality seed for food security & sustainability.

Learn more about their journey: bit.ly/4i2p990

Over the past year, mentors & mentees have connected, shared experiences, and strengthened the role of women in the seed sector.

Interested in joining us? click here to learn how 👉 bit.ly/4baocZK
#WomenInSeed #SeedIsLife

DYK? 👇
Seed + GAP = thriving communities 🌱

Watch our video from #WorldSeed2024 with Fair Planet, as we strive to empower Rwandan farmers with quality seeds and training.

Want to join the project? Click here to learn how: bit.ly/48iKmr5

NGIN is bringing Future Generation Ambassadors to #WorldSeed2025!
These young changemakers will connect with industry leaders & help shape the future of our sector.
Stay tuned!  #SeedIsLife

Love and lasting commitments matter—so does access to quality seed.

Certified seed boosts yields, resilience & food security. The OECD initiative is expanding access in Africa. Learn more: bit.ly/3Cv8F9X

#SeedIsLife

Women are shaping agriculture as field scientists, researchers, breeders, managers, presidents—and many more 🌱.

#WomenInScience #WomenInSeed

🌍 How do global partnerships advance seed health testing?

Join ISF’s Joyce Woudenberg & Ludivine Thomas on Feb 18 at the @plantdisease Seed Health Assays course as they share insights on international standards.

🔗 Register here: bit.ly/3EamJpO
#SeedIsLife

Ready to upskill your seed health expertise?

Join ISF’s Joyce Woudenberg & Ludivine Thomas on Feb 18 as they share insights on ISTA & ISHI/ISF in the APS Seed Health Assays course.
Enroll now 👉 : bit.ly/42zuzUb

international seed federation logo and website, worldseed.org

Hi, Bluesky! We're the International Seed Federation (ISF). We work towards a world where quality seed is available to all, supporting food security and sustainable agriculture.

Follow us for updates from the global private seed sector!

Visit worldseed.org for more information. #SeedIsLife