The Legacy Crop Improvement Centre (LCIC) has taken a bold step in advancing African agriculture by sponsoring the African Seed Trade Association (AFSTA) Congress 2025, held in Kigali, Rwanda from March 3-5, 2025. This prestigious gathering brought together over 500 agricultural experts, researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders from across the continent to address pressing challenges in seed technology and food security.
“Our sponsorship reflects our unwavering commitment to transforming African agriculture through innovative seed solutions,” said Dr. Amos Rutherford Azinu, Founder of LCIC. “By supporting platforms like the AFSTA Congress, we’re fostering collaboration that will ultimately benefit millions of farmers across Africa.”
The four-day event featured comprehensive discussions on climate-resilient crop varieties, regulatory frameworks, and emerging technologies in seed science.
The congress also addressed critical policy issues, including harmonization of seed regulations across African countries, intellectual property rights, and strategies to combat counterfeit seeds in local markets.
The congress concluded with a commitment to accelerate adoption of improved seed varieties, with delegates setting ambitious targets to increase productivity across key staple.