The foundation of a productive sugar sector is clean, certified seed cane. Yet most farmers still rely on recycled, low-performing planting material.
This theme will unpack:
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Establishing decentralized nurseries at county and community levels to improve seed accessibility.
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Rolling out rapid multiplication technologies, such as tissue culture and early-generation seed distribution.
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Strengthening the certification framework, quality inspection, and bulking standards to ensure traceability.
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Building awareness among farmers about the yield advantages of improved varieties, and creating incentives to adopt them.
Discussions will also cover partnerships between government, research institutions, and private sector players to scale up seed systems.
