Germany and India collaborate on seeds

Recently, in Berlin, the German and the Indian government signed a statement of intention for bilateral cooperation in the seed sector. This is the first project with India within the framework of the bilateral cooperation program of the Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Consumer Protection of Germany. This program is implemented by the German Plant Breeders Association and the National Association of Seed Producers of India, with support from both ministries of agriculture.

Gerd Müller, Secretary of State for the Federal Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Consumer Protection of the German government, stated that the signing of this declaration of intent is an important step in the continuation of this partnership. The aim is to improve conditions for farmers and, especially, offer high value seeds adapted to the environment so as to be able to produce more and to do it in a sustainable manner. The population growth, climate change, and the dwindling resources are factors that make collaboration in the seed sector an increasingly important role in bilateral cooperation. This cooperation will also be felt in international organizations.

Source: Agronoticias