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Building stronger cassava seed businesses for African seed entrepreneurs and farmers. CSAM is a systemic solution designed to strengthen the cassava seed sector by establishing formal associations of seed entrepreneurs. Through these associations, seed producers can access certification, financing, training, and policy advocacy, resulting in improved operational efficiency, enhanced seed quality, and stronger market connections. The model has already been validated in Nigeria and Tanzania and is now expanding into Rwanda and Kenya, benefiting over 2,700 seed entrepreneurs. The model provides an institutional framework that fosters collaboration, collective action, and long-term sustainability in the cassava seed value chain.
From Advocacy to Action: Replicating Success with Lasting Investment This model promotes sustainable cassava seed systems by embedding innovations—such as SAH, nodal cuttings, and digital certification—into national policies and programs. It replaces short-term interventions with long-term strategies based on advocacy, local ownership, and coordinated partnerships. The model has influenced seed policies in over 10 African countries and enabled USD 26.6 million in seed system investments. Results include stronger entrepreneurship, better varietal access, and improved food system resilience.