Did you know that since 1989, the South African National Seed Organisation (Sansor) has been at the forefront of the seed industry, ensuring that every seed meets the highest standards before it reaches farmers?
In this podcast episode, Dr Lukeshni Chetty, Sansor’s general manager, highlights that the industry is segmented into field crops, vegetables and ornamentals, and forage and turf.
As a key player in the agricultural sector, Sansor represents its members in several ways.
“We engage with our members on numerous issues that impact seed trade, such as national and global policy issues, international treaties, and dealing with seed trade barriers,” Chetty notes.
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Despite its many achievements, South Africa’s seed industry confronts significant challenges such as underappreciation, climate change, and non-scientific regulations. These issues are not just local but are also faced by the seed industry worldwide.
“One of the biggest challenges is the underappreciation of seeds. It’s not something attractive or relatable to the average person,” Chetty points out.
In this episode, she also discusses:
- How Sansor is at the forefront of developing resilient seed varieties to withstand extreme weather conditions; and
- How in the last decade, local seed companies have sprouted and thrived.
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