ASSN to Hold 10th Annual Conference at FUNAAB
The Association of Seed Scientists of Nigeria (ASSN), in collaboration with the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is set to hold its 10th Annual Conference from Sunday, September 6 to Wednesday, September 9, 2026.
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The Association of Seed Scientists of Nigeria (ASSN), in collaboration with the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is set to hold its 10th Annual Conference from Sunday, September 6 to Wednesday, September 9, 2026.
The four-day conference is scheduled to take place at the Red Chamber, FUNAAB, and will commence daily at 10:00 a.m.
Themed “Smart Seed Technology: Solution to Changing Agricultural Environment,” the conference will bring together Seed Scientists, researchers, policymakers, farmers and other stakeholders to deliberate on emerging issues, innovations in seed technology and developments in agriculture.
The conference will feature discussions around several sub-themes, including:
- Seed Policy and Its Multifaceted Impact on Stakeholders
- Sustainable Pasture and Agroforestry Management through Improved Seed Systems
- Seed Biology, Health, Production, Protection, Preservation and Genetic Improvement
- The Influence of Climate on Seed Quality
- Other related issues in seed science, technology and agricultural development
The conference is expected to provide an avenue for stakeholders in the seed sector and agricultural value chain to exchange knowledge, discuss emerging challenges and explore practical solutions for improving seed systems and agricultural productivity.
