July 26, 2023
Tools for Field Staff›Tool Kits
Rapid Seed System Security Assessment (RSSSA) Tools
In response to demand for a more rapid and less resource-intensive seed system assessment than the standard Seed System Security Assessment (SSSA), the CRS-led S34D project along...More
December 22, 2021
Research›Papers/Reports
Understanding Farmers' Needs Project - Final Endline Research Report
The CRS Understanding Farmers' Needs (UFN) project, implemented in Senegal, sought to identify the value added for farmers of improved last-mile service delivery by Private...More
September 28, 2017
Research›Evaluations/Assessments
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...More
May 3, 2017
Tools for Field Staff›Manuals
Agricultural Fair and Voucher Manual
This manual provides the technical and operational knowledge for planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluating agriculture voucher fairs. The manual covers various types of...More
November 7, 2014
Research›Case Studies
Case Studies on Seed Storage
Farmer-managed seed is central to food security. The case studies in this series offer examples from the field. Overview Overview Quality Potato Seed in Ghor Province, Afghanistan...More
November 7, 2014
Tools for Field Staff›Guidelines
Guidelines on Seed Storage
Farmer-managed seed is central to food security. The briefs in this series aim to provide practical guidance to program managers about seed storage. Overview Defining Seed Quality...More
July 14, 2013
Tools for Field Staff›Manuals
Toward Resilience
Toward Resilience is an introductory resource for staff of development and humanitarian organizations that are working with people whose lives and rights are threatened by...More
January 12, 2011
Tools for Field Staff›Guidelines
Seed Aid for Seed Security
Seed-based agricultural recovery is more complex than commonly assumed. These 12 practice briefs offer advice on how to sustain and strengthen seed systems during disaster...More
January 8, 2011
Tools for Field Staff›Manuals
Homestead Gardening
This manual includes programming and gardening tips to improve the implementation of homestead gardens. The manual offers lessons learned from implementing homestead gardening...More
August 13, 2010
Research›Evaluations/Assessments
Seed System Security Assessment
This joint assessment, which was carried out in May 2010 by ten organizations, assesses the impact of the January 12, 2010, earthquake on households and agricultural livelihoods...More
