For the millions of smallholder dryland farmers who rely on rainfed farming, improved seeds are one of the most cost-effective ways to enhance their yields, food security and livelihoods.
ICRISAT’s Seed Systems Models and Lessons Learned booklet explains the rationale of ICRISAT’s work on seed systems in the drylands, the different approaches and their impact on the ground.
The Access to Seeds Index is mentioned as one of the major seed development initiatives ICRISAT works with to ensure that dryland cereals and grain legumes are taken into account.
