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Indian Seed Congress 2023, Hotel JW Marriott, Aerocity, New Delhi, India

Indian Seed Congress (ISC) is NSAI's annual flagship event. It is the biggest seed congress of South East Asia bringing together industry, scientists & governments from across the global. ISC showcases the latest trends and views of the seed sector; voices their concerns; deliberates on new technological advances to tackle obstacles to growth. ISC is an innovation hub where the barriers are removed and new technology development and innovations are introduced. It provides a chance for delegates to exhibit new products and services across our network for better business development. The Indian Seed Congress provides a platform for the seed Industry to interact closely with technology developers, sector development officials and policymakers.

Workshop on “Emerging Trends in Seed Industries”

An educational workshop on “Emerging Trends in Seed Industries” was organized by the Seed Producer Welfare Association, Kolkata, West Bengal (SPWA) in association with the National Seed Association of India, New Delhi (NSAI) on 30-11-23 Kolkata, West Bengal.

The inauguration session was addressed by Shri Prabhakar Rao ji who highlighted the pressing challenges being confronted by the seed sector in the country. He also stressed the importance of collaborative efforts among stakeholders, policymakers, and industry players to navigate these challenges effectively and foster sustainable growth in the seed sector. He stressed the need for a uniform regulatory system in the country across all the states and Union Territories.

The technical session was chaired by Dr. Sukanta Dasgupta, MD, WBSSC Ltd and co-chaired by Mr. R. K. Trivedi, ED, NSAI and Dr. Sukanta Karmakar, DDA (Seed Certification) . The Technical Session discussion was focused on seed traceability , Seed Quality , IPR issues and certification challenges in West Bengal. Dr. Chander Mohon, Assistant Commissioner (Seeds), GoI highlighted the SATHI portal, a centralized online system for seed traceability. Mr. Dipal Roy Chowdhury, Joint Register, PPV&FRA, discussed the PPVFRA legislation, registration process, rights, and gene funds. Dr. Aromita Saha, Advocate, Trademark Registration Bureau, Kolkata discussed the importance of IPR and trademark enforcement in the seed industry. The technical session was concluded by Mr. R. K. Trivedi, ED NSAI. He highlighted the role of seed companies and their significance of ensuring the availability and affordability of improved quality seeds. He also discussed the need for a harmonized seed regulatory system in the country and safeguarding intellectual property rights.

At the end, Mr Sidhhartha Sen, Vice-President, SPWA and GC member, NSAI highlighted the West Bengal seed industry and discussed the necessity for streamlined and transparent regulations, its role in addressing the needs of hours and the availability of quality seeds in West Bengal. SPWA also felicitated three breeders namely Dr. Satya Ranjan Das, OUAT, Bhubaneswar, Odisha; Dr. P V Satyanarayana, ANGRAU, Andhra Pradesh and Dr. Pranab Chatterjee, BCKV, West Bengal with an “Award of Excellence” for their significant contribution to the Seed Industry.

Agriculture Today Group - Condolence Meeting to pay tribute to Prof. M.S. Swaminathan at Constitution Club, New Delhi

On 13th October, 2023, Agriculture Today Group hosted a condolence meeting at Constitution Club, New Delhi to pay tribute to Prof. M. S. Swaminathan. In the condolence meeting, many people joined online, including Dr. Soumya Swaminathan and remembered the life and contribution of the legendary man. Dr KL Chadha, Dr RB Singh, Dr. Ashok Dalwai, Justice P Sathasivam, Mamta Jain, Mr. Raju Kapoor, Sh OP Dhankar, Agriculture Attache Argentina Mr. Mariano and Ag Counsellor, Brazil, Mr. Angelo Mauricio were also present to pay tribute and shared their memories with Prof Swaminathan. Shri R. K. Trivedi, Executive Director, NSAI paid tribute to Prof. M. S. Swaminathan during the condolence meeting. He highlighted the association, contribution and blessings of Prof. M. S. Swaminathan to Indian Seed Industry.

NSAI Participation in the " 7th Annual General Meeting" of FSII

Global symposium on Farmer's Right

The first Global Symposium on Farmer’s Right was held between 12th September to 15th September, 2023 and was organized by International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (ITPGRFA), FAO through DA & FW, Ministry of Agriculture, GOI, PPV & FRA Authority and partners Institute ICAR HQ, IARI, NBPGR at the ICAR Convention Centre, NASC Complex, New Delhi. NSAI members has taken active participation in the symposium and showcase their various activities through exhibition stall. Executive director, NSAI, technical staff and GC members has also participated in the event “Seed Development-Public & Private Seed Sector in India-way forward for self-reliance” and interacted with delegates from India and overseas countries on industries issues.

Indian Seed Congress, 2020, Delhi India

NSAI Training Workshop on Barcoding/ QR Coding for Seed Traceability

NSAI Training Workshop on Barcoding/ QR Coding for Seed Traceability National Seed Association of India organised a training workshop on Barcoding/ QR coding for Seed Traceability on 28 May 2019 at The Metropolitan Hotel, New Delhi. More than 65 representatives from more than 50 seed companies have participated in the event. The event was inaugurated by Joint Secretary (Seeds), DACFW, MoA, Government of India. Mr R K Trivedi, Executive Director, NSAI in his introductory speech welcomed the dignitaries and explained the idea and need for organising the workshop. He asserted that NSAI supports the of Government of India efforts in ensuring the...