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CHALLENGES OF MOVING FORWARD
By
Dr. Denis T. Kyetere
DIRECTOR GENERAL, NARO
First Global Conference on Biofortification
Washington DC
November 9-11, 2010

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CHALLENGES - 1
 Natural Genetic Variation
 Exists but Germplasm Background
 Introgression into adopted varieties
 Breeding
 Breeders/Scientists
 Takes time/selection methods
 Resistance to pests and diseases
 Other traits e.g. quality
 Multilocational testing

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Challenges - 2
 Sustainable Seed Systems
 Effective, Efficient?
 Adequate Supply of Seed/Planting material
 Quality Assurance/Quality declared
 Regional/International Movement/Exchange
 Extension/Advisory Services
 Effective, Efficient?
 Additional Cost

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Challenges - 3
 Cross-cutting Issues
 Demand Creation
 Consumer Acceptance
 Acceptable Product Quality
 Demonstration of Nutritive Value
 Development of Markets