agricultural peanut seed oil processing plant in rwanda

   
agricultural peanut seed oil processing plant in rwanda
                                               
                                               
                                               
                                               
  • agricultural peanut seed oil processing plant in rwanda
  • How many seed companies are there in Rwanda?
  • East African Seed (field crops and vegetables) and Victoria Seeds (field crops) both engage smallholder farmers in production, while the latter is the only company with a processing location. None of the 13 companies breed in Rwanda. Other index companies are also active in the country.
  • Why does Agra support the seed system in Rwanda?
  • AGRA supports the seed system in Rwanda AGRA exists to contribute to the vision that Africa can feed itself and the world. Agriculture is the economic mainstay of the majority of households in Rwanda and makes a significant contribution to Rwanda¡¯s economy. It accounts for approximately 30% of the GDP and is the biggest employer.
  • Does Rwanda need a seed sector?
  • Rwanda¡¯s agenda to transform its agriculture is billed to private sector driven with government enacting policies to create an enabling environ- ment. This, among other things pulled AGRA¡¯s interest of building a vibrant seed sector.
  • How has training changed the seed sector in Rwanda?
  • These trainings have radically changed the seed sector in Rwanda by creating a pool of local researchers that have to date participated in the development of 47 varieties of different seed crops, among them maize, beans, soybeans, Irish potatoes, sweet potatoes, bananas and more.