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Evaluations/Assessments | September 28, 2017
A Seed System Security Assessment in Diffa, Niger
This assessment studied seed access and availability in the Toumour commune of Diffa, Niger. The goal was to determine whether seed fairs would be an appropriate response to the ongoing food security crisis. The researcher also examined the seed system in Diffa town, the regional capital, and its links to Niger's overall seed system.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
INTRODUCTION
Background on the Diffa crisis
Need for a Seed System Security Assessment
METHODOLOGY
Selected Zone and Farming System
Use of Inputs
SEED SYSTEMS IN NIGER: A BRIEF OVERVIEW
The Formal Seed System
Seed Distribution/Seed Aid
Diffa Seed Markets
HOUSEHOLD AND COMMUNITY SEED ASSESSMENT RESULTS
Sources of Seed
Seed Availability and Access
CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Recommendations for Seed Fairs
Recommendations for Improving Access
Recommendations for Improving Seed Quality
ANNEX A: ASSESSMENT PARTICIPANTS
BIBLIOGRAPHY
LIST OF FIGURES
LIST OF TABLES
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