A change in policy by the Nepalese government in February 2022 opens up space for private seed companies to be involved in seed variety development, evaluation and distribution to farmers.
Read more: https://www.agrilinks.org/post/new-seed-policy-ushers-new-era-hybrid-seed-business-nepal
Gender equality, youth and social inclusion
Digital seed information system will connect farmers to information and seed suppliers.
Innovations
The Nepal Seed and Fertilizer (NSAF) project is expanding its support to include finance, working with commercial banks to develop and expand access to innovative financial products for seed companies.
Nutrition, health and food security
CIMMYT economist Jason Donovan discusses the role of seed companies and food markets.
