Solynta and PepsiCo’s Ethiopia-based Foods Unit, Senselet Food Processing PLC (“Senselet”) have launched a joint project to introduce hybrid true potato seeds (HTPS) to Ethiopia. Together, the parties will enrich and expand the country’s growing potato sector by introducing advanced potato genetics with Solynta’s innovative non-GMO hybrid breeding technology. Hybrid breeding enables focused breeding of desirable traits like pest resistance and hardiness in potatoes, improving food security and ensuring more sustainable income for local farmers.
To read more please follow the link: Solynta and PepsiCo join forces to empower Ethiopian potato farmers with hybrid potato seed technology – Solynta
ENSP - Ethiopia-Netherlands Seed Partnership 