Africa: Why Quality Seeds Are Among the Most Valuable Currency in Climate Finance for Africa

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At long last, momentum is growing for an overdue rethink of climate finance and development assistance to support countries on the frontlines of the climate crisis.

But while investment, aid and compensation are all much needed, another form of currency is equally valuable for climate-vulnerable countries that are also highly dependent on small-scale agriculture: quality seeds.

For instance, in East Africa, certified quality seed potatoes - which produce higher yields and greater resilience to climatic changes, pests, and diseases - account for justBy leveraging the advances and resources of the commercial seed sector - supported and scaled by public and NGO partners - the global community can ensure African farmers receive the tangible, long-term support they need to cope with the impacts of climate change.

 

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