Liberia: Agriculture Ministry launches seeds project

The Ministry of Agriculture has launched the Seeds4Liberia Project, a groundbreaking initiative to address Liberia's challenges in seed quality and accessibility. Officially titled Building Resilient Seed Systems for Rice, Cassava, Soybean, Coffee, and Fish Value Chains to Strengthen Food and Economic Diversification in Liberia, this project is expected to reshape Liberia's agricultural landscape. Speaking on behalf of Agriculture Minister Dr. J. Alexander Nuetah, Deputy Minister for Administration Antoinette Dukuly stressed the importance of the project, stating, "Without quality seeds, we cannot grow the crops that feed our people, support our rural communities, or diversify our economy." She explained that Seeds4Liberia would directly address Liberia's challenges, including "the use of uncertified seeds, a heavy reliance on imports, and weak infrastructure for seed production." According to a press release from the Ministry, the project aligns with Liberia's National ...