Steps for strenghtening the formal seed system (ghana working group)

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STRENGTHENING THE FORMAL
SEED SYSTEM IN GHANA
GHANA WORKING GROUP
February, 2016

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General Goal of YIIFSWA
• The general goal of YIIFSWA has been:
to increase yam productivity (yield and net
output) by 40% percent of 200,000 small-holder
yam farms (90% with less than two acres) in
Ghana and Nigeria in five years and deliver key
global good research products that will
contribute to the longer term vision of
improving yam productivity and livelihoods of
yam dependent farmers..

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• Strengthen small-scale farmer and trader
market linkages, particularly in less accessible
producing areas, to realize
benefits from improved ware yam
productivity and market demand.
• Strengthen capacities and empower small-
holder farmers in the yam value chain.
• Establish sustainable availability of high quality
seed yam on a commercially viable and price
competitive bases in targeted areas.
Initial Objectives

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Cont.
• Reduce postharvest losses and improve
product quality.
• Develop technologies for high ratio
propagation of high quality breeder and
foundation seed yam.
• Evaluate and scale out yam production
technologies with improved and local
popular varieties. Identify more effective
prevention and management tools and
strategies for pests and diseases.

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With Restructuring of Project Design
YIIFSWA Revised Project Design in 2014
 Component A: Management, IM&E &
Communication, and Objective 6– Led by IITA
 Component B: Objectives 3 (Led by IITA), 4 (Led by
Natural Resources Institute, UK), 5 & 7 (Led by IITA)
Objectives 1 and 2 were set aside

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Partners of YIIFSWA
In Ghana YIIFSWA Partners with the listed
institutions for its project implementation:
• the Crops Research Institute of Ghana,
• Savanna Agricultural Research Institute,
• Catholic Relieve Services,
• Sustenance Agro Ventures,
• Ecumenical Association for Sustainable
Agriculture and Rural Development,
• Grains and Legumes Development Board,
• Plant Protection and Regulatory Services
Directorate

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What is the Demand ?
• GLDB would take seed from Breeders
• 4 Commercial seed growers would take
seed from GLDB (2000 FOR ALL)
• Farmers would receive seed from
commercial farmers
• NGOS would take seed from GLDB and
supplement that from commercial seed
growers

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Who are the Suppliers?
• GLDB = 10000tubers (80% QDS and
20% Breeder Seed)
• CRI = 5000 tubers of releazed varieties
• 13000 tubers of QDS
• 1000 plantlets
• SARI = 700 tubers

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Key Strategies
• Look at what we have and fast ruck their
certification
• Multiply what the breeders have
• Dr. Otoo to make available Dente and
Afebetua for multiplication by GLDB
• Dr. Chamba and Dr. Otoo should gather
information on QDS available and prepare
them towards releaze

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Key Strategies
• NGOs to get 6500 QDS tubers from Dr. Otoo,
and 8000 tubers from GLDB
• GLDD would multiply 5000 pre- basic
released seed. (to be obtained from Dr. Otoo)
• Released varieties of 2000 tubers to be given
to commercial seed growers by GLDB for
multiplication (to be followed up by PPRSD)
• Dr. Marian Quain would make available 1000
plantlets to Dr. Otoo

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Key strategies
• GHANA ACTION GROUP FOR FORMAL
SEED YAM SYSTEM
• (a five member Committee to follow up
discussions at this meeting for
implementation)

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Projections
• CRI = 42000 pre- basic seeds in 2016
(10000 releazed ; 32000 QDS)
• SARI = 200 pre-basic seed through vine
cuttings
• 4 Commercial seed growers would
multiply 2000 tubers of releazed varieties
• GLDB = ?

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This document summarizes a study on identifying the preferences of cassava product ("gari") end users in Benue State, Nigeria. The study found that farmers preferred cassava varieties with heavy, long roots that are not rotten or woody, while processors preferred varieties with white, dry peeled roots and less water in the mash. Marketers and consumers preferred gari that is shiny, dry, heavy, sweet with no lumps or smooth and white in color. The preferences identified will help breeders develop new cassava varieties that meet the needs of all end users.

7 helen ufondu perception of yam landraces quality among value chain actors i...

The document discusses a study on the perception of quality in yam landraces among value chain actors in yam producing areas of Nigeria. It finds that Faketsa, Igum, Opoko, and Ushu are the most commonly cultivated varieties for pounded yam and yam flour production. Yam flour is typically processed from fresh yams through washing, peeling, cutting, drying, and grinding. Smoothness and mouldability are key factors in accepting pounded yam and yam fufu. The study recommends further research on Faketsa's qualities for pounded yam and yam flour to aid variety selection for these products.

8 kazeem quality attributes and consumer acceptability of cookies flavoured

1. The study evaluated the quality attributes of cookies flavored with Aidan (Tetrapleura tetraptera) as a substitute for vanilla. 2. Results showed that increasing the substitution level of Aidan for vanilla increased proximate nutrients but decreased carbohydrates and energy. 3. Cookies with 75% Aidan substitution had similar taste and crispness to the 100% vanilla cookie but were most acceptable overall to consumers.

6 anajekwu ekpereka chemical, functional and pasting properties of flours pro...

This document reports on a study that analyzed the chemical, functional, and pasting properties of flours produced from four varieties of unripe plantain. The objectives were to determine the chemical composition, functional properties, pasting properties, and color parameters of the different plantain flours. Materials and methods included obtaining four varieties of plantain, producing the flours using various processing steps, and analyzing the flours for moisture, ash, protein, fat, fiber, starch, sugar, minerals, functional properties using various tests, pasting properties using a rapid visco analyzer, and color parameters. The results showed differences between varieties in the measured properties, with some varieties having higher nutritional or functional qualities. The conclusions were that the

5 seun olowote effect of drying method on caroteniod content of yellow maize

The document studied the effect of different drying methods on the carotenoid content of yellow maize varieties. It found that air drying maize grains under shade at 20°C was the most effective method for retaining carotenoids, as it exposed the grains to milder environmental conditions compared to sun drying and oven drying. Analysis of variance showed significant differences in carotenoid levels between drying methods and maize varieties. Air drying was recommended over other methods to preserve high pro-vitamin A content in maize grains.

4 ayodele adenitan survey of dried plantain (musa paradisiaca) chips processo...

This document summarizes a survey of dried plantain chip processors in Ondo State, Nigeria. It describes the background and methods used in the survey. Key findings include that most processors are women between the ages of 25-40 who view chip processing as difficult work. Common challenges included the time-consuming nature, pest infestation during storage, and weather issues during drying. The conclusion recommends addressing animal contamination during drying and limiting the use of toxic preservatives to improve product quality and safety.

2 akin olagunju does crop diversification influenc e food and nutrition secur...

The document examines the effect of crop diversification on food and nutrition security among smallholder farming households in Nigeria. It analyzes data from the 2015 Nigerian General Household Survey on 2,041 households. It finds that crop diversification has a positive impact on dietary diversity, increasing it by 10.9%, but negatively impacts subjective food security. However, households with greater crop diversification had a 53.8% higher likelihood of being food secure. The study thus concludes that while crop diversification improves nutrition, broader support is still needed for farming households to ensure food security.

3 akinsola carotenoid apparent retention in ogi flour made from different pro...

The document summarizes a study on the apparent retention of carotenoids in ogi flour made from different provitamin A maize genotypes. It finds that PVA SYN HGBC0 showed the highest carotenoid and provitamin A retention after processing ogi flour, making it the best genotype studied for producing nutritious ogi. The study aims to establish how processing affects carotenoid levels in ogi, an important food in Nigeria, to reduce micronutrient deficiencies in children.

1 pearl amadi assessing the level of consumption of pro vitamin a cassava pr...

The document assessed the level of consumption of pro-vitamin A cassava products among rural households in Nigeria. It found low levels of consumption of products like tapioca, flakes, and vitamin-fortified baked goods. Consumption varied by state, with Akwa Ibom having the highest levels. It recommends increasing production of value-added products and nutritional education campaigns to boost consumption and reduce vitamin A deficiency.

Prof janice olawoye

Professor Janice Olawoye had a 38-year career as a Professor of Rural Sociology at the University of Ibadan, where she served in various administrative roles including Head of Department and Dean. She supervised 30 PhDs and many other students and published over 70 papers. Professor Olawoye also consulted for international development organizations and worked with IITA on workshops, advisory boards, and fellowship programs. She is married with four sons and six grandchildren.

Inqaba biotech presentation

inqaba Biotec is Africa's leading genomics company that aims to catalyze Africa's prosperity through genomics. It offers core services including oligonucleotide synthesis, DNA sequencing using ABI3130XL, ABI3500XL, and Illumina MiSeq platforms, SNP genotyping, bioinformatics, and molecular diagnostic solutions. inqaba Biotec works to address challenges African researchers face regarding logistics, technical know-how, cost, and support through its partnerships and local services. Its vision is to remain a leading genomics company in Africa.

Iarsaf symposium adaptation to climate change

Janice E. Olawoye presented on adaptation to climate change and indigenous and formal mitigation strategies. She discussed how climate change negatively impacts people through changes in weather patterns, threats to food security and health. Indigenous communities have adapted through practices like multiple cropping and migration. However, increased frequency and intensity of climate events requires more formal strategies like afforestation, drought-resistant crops, and early warning systems. Adaptation is needed to support livelihoods as traditional strategies are no longer sufficient. Gender must also be considered in climate policies and projects to address women's increased burdens. Individual actions like conserving resources and research can contribute to addressing this challenge.

Bimaf iita iarsaf presentation-ibadan 21.05.19