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In the quest to enhance agricultural productivity and empower farmers, Diamond FM, a renowned radio station committed to agricultural development, recently partnered with the National Seed Trade Association of Ghana (NASTAG).

In the quest to enhance agricultural productivity and empower farmers, Diamond FM, a renowned radio station committed to agricultural development, recently partnered with the National Seed Trade Association of Ghana (NASTAG).

Together, they embarked on a mission to disseminate crucial information about the significance of using quality seeds in farming practices. On Tuesday, June 20, Diamond FM’s flagship program, the Diamond Agriculture Dialogue, hosted by Dr. Zakaria Issahaku, provided a platform for NASTAG, represented by its member, the Savannah Agricultural Research Institute SARI of CSIR, to shed light on the importance of quality seeds for farmers.


On the Importance of Quality Seeds: During the engaging dialogue, Dr. Theophilus Kwabla Tengey, an esteemed plant breeder, captivated listeners as he delved into the intricacies of quality seeds. He emphasized that the use of quality seeds is vital for improving crop productivity, increasing yields, and ensuring sustainable agriculture. Dr. Tengey highlighted the various classes of seeds available in the market and educated farmers on the essential qualities to consider when purchasing seeds for planting.

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The National Seed Trade Association of Ghana (NASTAG) is an amalgamation of all the seed value chain actors, and was established in February 2016. It currently counts 36 members and expected to grow. The Association is dedicated to supporting the competitiveness of Ghana’s seed value chain through business and technical capacity building of its members

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