Our Seeds
Seed saving is a crucial strategy in addressing the impacts of climate change by enhancing access to a diverse range of seeds
Our Food
Seeds are the basis of agriculture, carriers of the genetic makeup of plants and the soul of food systems
Our Future
Many of the seeds we help preserve are traditional varieties that have been passed down through generations.
“Seed saving is crucial in achieving food sovereignty and adapting to climate change”
Our Strategy
Agrobiodiversity Conservation
Seed Savers Network is at the forefront of advocating about seed saving and seed banking. We believe that seed saving is a crucial strategy for addressing the impacts of climate change by enhancing access to a diverse range of seeds.
Farmers' Rights Advocacy
Seed Savers Network advocates for Farmers’ Rights by actively supporting local communities in Kenya to protect their seed sovereignty and assert their rights over agricultural resources.
Capacity Building
Seed Savers Network is dedicated to enhancing capacity among farmers, duty bearers, and the media to foster sustainable agricultural practices and seed sovereignty across Kenya.
Latest Updates
Kenya has made a significant leap in advancing farmers’ rights with the introduction of the Seeds and Plant Varieties (Conservation, Access, and Benefit Sharing of Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture) Regulations, 2024. These regulations, which align with the International Treaty on Plant Genetic …
Small holder farmers in the country risk 2 years imprisonment or a fine of up to 1 million shillings or both when found to be selling or distributing unregistered and uncertified seeds. This is according to the Seeds and Plants Varieties Act, 2012 which …
By Dalmus Mitei Seed Savers Network has been conducting a participatory research with farmers in the western part of Kenya ,Vihiga County on neglected and underutilized varieties. From the findings of the research; 34 indigenous varieties are neglected and underutilized. These varieties include traditional leafy …
By lydiah Nyambura Sweet potatoes and cassava plays a pivotal role in the human diet. They provide a substantial part of the world’s food supply and are also an important source of animal feed. These two crops can be propagated by vegetative parts and these …
Sustainable Agroecology Farming
“The knowledge we got from Seed Savers Network on agroecology has enabled us to preserve indigenous seeds that are resilient and adapt to climate change. Before the trainings from Seed Savers we had nothing, now we have knowledge that has enabled us to practice sustainable agriculture allowing us to sell our produce and make enough money to send our children to school.”
Sustainable Agroecology
“Before the training from Seed Savers Network, we had limited knowledge on seed saving and used to consume all our maize grain. The trainings from Seed Savers have equipped us with seed saving knowledge on our indigenous seeds and food diversification through kitchen gardens. Now I don’t have to worry about vegetables and my children can eat a balanced diet.”
Great Seed Knowledge
“Our community has been saving seeds for generations, but we never truly appreciated the economic impact until Seed Savers trained us. By saving seeds from our indigenous beans and maize collection, we’re saving a lot in seed costs across our collective. More importantly, we’re preserving varieties that have been part of our cultural heritage for centuries. These plants don’t just feed us – they tell our story and maintain our connection to the land.”