Quality requirement for seed production in the Nigerian seed industry

Greater attention is always being given to quantity of seeds produced rather than the inherent quality when issues related to seed requirements are discussed. However, seed production should not be limited to production of crops with high yielding potential, but also of high quality seeds with good...

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Published in:Seed science and technology 2022-04, Vol.50 (1), p.27-39
Main Authors: Olisa, Babafemi Sunday, Ojo, Philip Olusegun, Khalid, Ishiak Othman, Agboola, Adebayo, Towolawi, Oluwole, Dahiru, Rabiu
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Certification
Field Inspection
Law Enforcement
Seed Testing
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Summary:Greater attention is always being given to quantity of seeds produced rather than the inherent quality when issues related to seed requirements are discussed. However, seed production should not be limited to production of crops with high yielding potential, but also of high quality seeds with good economic potential that can give good crop establishment and yields in a wide range of production environments. This requires good knowledge of seed production and the establishment of an economically functional seed system with serviceable strategies. This underscores the importance of seed quality assurance systems strengthened with seed law enforcement strategies to assure production of good quality seeds of preferred varieties. This paper discusses those strategies put in place to ensure a successful production of quality seeds in the Nigerian seed industry and how the setups operate to achieve this objective.
ISSN:0251-0952
DOI:10.15258/sst.2022.50.1.04