Maize is important for the economy as its output is widely used as raw material and intermediate goods by downstream sectors such as feed (62.72%) and processed flour (11.40%). Additionally, maize is the agricultural sector with the third-highest value-added, after rice and palm oil. Compared to...

Several factors contribute to the limited use of improved seed varieties in Ethiopia. Among those, on the supply side, is the restricted availability of seeds in the volume, quality, and timeliness required by farmers, partly due to inadequate public and private investment in the sector....

A CPVR is an IP right that grants an exclusive right in relation to a plant variety, provided that the latter complies with the legal requirements for protection provided by Council Regulation 2100/1994 (the "Basic Regulation") and the Regulation (EU) 2021/1873 of the European Parliament and of...

Agriculture is the major source of income and employment creation for majority of least developed countries. Ethiopia as one of least developed countries of sub Saharan Africa, majority of its citizen's livelihood is predominantly dependent on agricultural products, more specifcally on the...

ERM®-BF444c, ERM®-BF444d and ERM®-BF444e are three matrix materials certified for the mass fraction of DP202216 maize (unique identifier DP-2Ø2216-6), produced within the scope of ISO 17034 accreditation [1]. Genetically modified (GM) maize seeds of the DP202216 event and seeds from a non-GM...

ERM®-BF444a and ERM®-BF444b are matrix materials certified for the mass fraction of DP202216 maize (unique identifier DP-2Ø2216-6), produced within the scope of accreditation to ISO 17034:2016 [1]. Genetically modified (GM) maize seeds of the DP202216 event and seeds from a non-GM maize...

An examination of the dynamics of seed markets in Bihar, India, reveals a paradox-despite an influx of wheat varieties bred by public and private sectors and the proliferation of seed market networks in rural villages, older wheat varieties remain prevalent-necessitating a thorough investigation...

I argue that increased consumption of vegetable seed oils high in omega-6 polyunsaturated fats has driven obesity in the United States, a link overlooked in the economics literature. Obesity rates have closely tracked the level of seed oils in the food supply since 1960, while diverging from...

Seed purchasing enables farmers to respond to adverse events that may cause chronic and temporary seed insecurity by allowing them to exploit opportunities associated with accessing new seeds. However, as with other inputs, seed purchasing is complicated by pervasive market imperfections and...

Die Arbeit "Samen und die Erklärung des Lebendigen. Ein Vergleich von Robert Boyle und Isaac Newton" betrachtet den Begriff des Samens als Vorstellung eines lebengebenden Elementes aller Dinge und Individuen im wissenschaftlichen Kontext. Dieser Samen stand Synonym für die Vorstellung vieler...

Die Arbeit "Samen und die Erklärung des Lebendigen. Ein Vergleich von Robert Boyle und Isaac Newton" betrachtet den Begriff des Samens als Vorstellung eines lebengebenden Elementes aller Dinge und Individuen im wissenschaftlichen Kontext. Dieser Samen stand Synonym für die Vorstellung vieler...

The quality of production is related to a series of physical and chemical characteristics of plants which gives a positive mark to the applied agrotechnical methods for the correlation of the latter to the production obtained on the surface unit. A more intense accumulation of the biomass which...

The revegetation of highly phytotoxic sulfidic tailings is a challenging task which may often be successfully accomplished only following the addition of soil amendments. This study evaluated the use of green compost at increasing rates (10, 25 and 50% v/v) for the revegetation of highly acidic...

According to the EU's organic regulation, the use of organic seed is generally binding in organic farming. Because of an organic seed shortage, derogations to use nonorganic seed can be obtained. By 2036, the EU plans to phase out these derogations and achieve 100% organic seed use. Previous...

ERM-BF447a-e are five maize seed powder materials certified for their mass fraction of maize event DP915635, (unique identifier code DP-915635-4) produced within the scope of accreditation to ISO 17034:2016 [1]. Genetically modified (GM) maize seeds of the DP915635 event and seeds from a non-GM...

The purpose of this study was to assess how multiple expectations of seed systems outcomes, such as closing the yield gap, adapting to climate change, improving nutrition, ensuring equality, enhancing agro-biodiversity, and securing farmers' rights, influence seed systems development in...

Despite having a good scope of vegetable seeds as high value & low volume products, their profitable production is still elusive for the farmers. In this regard, a study was carried out to assess the economics of vegetable seed production and marketing in the Kavrepalanchowk district of Nepal....

Value chain approach is the most viable and pragmatic strategy for effective, inclusive, competitive and sustainable seed system of many crops globally. This study was conducted in Kailali, Dang and Siraha district of Terai and Inner Terai regions of Nepal to map and thoroughly analyze the value...

Farmer adoption of improved crop varieties can potentially increase yields and enhance household welfare in the developing world. However, the presence of measurement error in household surveys poses a serious challenge to estimating true returns to adopting improved varieties. Using the 2018/19...

This edited collection showcases the evolution of rural entrepreneurship research over the first quarter of the 21st Century. Contributions examine what we have learnt about different aspects of rural entrepreneurship and what still needs to be understood. Each chapter looks for inspiration from...

This paper applies the social-ecological transformation framework to assess the contribution of Seed Commons initiatives in Germany and the Philippines to agri-food systems transformations. At the macro level, the analysis shows that the incumbent, unsustainable paradigms of ‘materialistic...

While some founders may be able to raise financing from venture capitalists without a complete business plan or finished product prototype because of their previous track record and existing relationships with those types of investors, the more likely scenario is that founder will need to find...

This study highlights important aspects regarding the production and marketing of sunflower seeds worldwide for the period 2015-2020. In order to achieve this study, a series of indicators specific to the sector of production and marketing of sunflower seeds were analyzed, such as: the area...

This report describes the production of ERM®-BF446, composed of five maize seed powder materials certified for their mass fraction of MIR162 (unique identifier SYN-IR162-4). These materials were produced and certified in accordance with ISO 17034:2016 and ISO Guide 35:2017. ERM BF446 was...

This paper explores the idea that competitive seed systems may underserve farmers in small, agro-ecological niches, leaving those farmers less productive and poorer than they need be. We develop a theoretical model of the confluence of demand and supply factors that can result in such an...

Chia seeds, being the golden seeds of the 21st century, have a great potential for the food industries, because of their exceptional nutritional composition and functional properties, have been successively incorporating in the formulating of nutritious products, thus, classifying them as novel...

This study aimed to investigate the effect of fungal (Penicillium chrysogenum, Thielavia basicola, and Curvularia hawaiiensis) and bacterial (Sphingomonas aquatilis, Bacillus licheniformis, Exiguobacterium aurantiacum, Micromonospora echinaurantiaca, and Kocuria rhizophila) endophytes and their...

Improvement in seed vigor and yield of hybrid maize is required to ensure food security. Optimal planting density and irrigation depth under limited water availability are critical for hybrid maize seed production in arid areas. Based on field experimental data during 2012 to 2017, an integrated...

Drought stress significantly impairs the performance and physiological function of mung bean. This plant is a summer nitrogen stabilizer legume with a short growth period that is compatible with environmental conditions, rich in protein and is widely cultivated in many areas as the second crop...