Ethiopia Brief 2017 - The African Seed Access Index

This country brief summarizes the key findings of The African Seed Access Index (TASAI) study conducted in 2016/17 to appraise the structure and economic performance of Ethiopia’s seed sector. With a focus on four grain crops important to food security in Ethiopia — maize, wheat, teff, and sorghum — the study evaluates the enabling environment for a vibrant formal seed sector. Cultivation of these four crops covers about 66% of the country’s arable land. The study covers 20 indicators divided into the following categories: Research and Development, Industry Competitiveness, Seed Policy and Regulations, Institutional Support, and Service to Smallholder Farmers.