Agri Institutions

National Seeds Association of India(2007): Regulator of the Seeds Industry

January 6, 2021

National Seed Association of India (NSAI) (NSAI) is the apex body of the Indian seed industry and was established  in 2007 with the vision to create an innovative, dynamic, research-based industry that is internationally competitive, producing high-quality seeds and planting materials that benefit farmers and significantly  contribute to the sustainable growth of Indian Agriculture

The Mission of the National Seeds Association of India is to encourage investment in Agriculture R & D and bring to the Indian farmer superior seeds which are high performance and can be made to suit a variety of climatic zones. Increasing awareness around crop technologies, upgrading the forthcoming technology, and participating in a dialogue with regulators for the establishment of a just and equitable regulatory system that is transparent and effective, are some of the secondary activities of NSAI. 

The organization strives to achieve regulation of the seed industry, push the growth of quality seed supply, reduce the use of the poor quality seed, and any other negative impacts on the growth of Agriculture in India. 

Solutions by National Seed Association of India(NSAI)

NSAI is responsible for not only supply but also procurement of high-quality seeds and planting material which would be beneficial to farmers and have a strong push towards increasing the yield and productivity of crops. The association works towards globalizing the seed industry, promoting the export of seed, harmonization of the regulatory environment, and investment in the seed industry. NSAI offers beneficiaries a complete choice of products which include Breeder Seeds, Hedge Lucerne Seeds, Natural Amaranth Seeds, Tukmalanga Seed, and Hybrid  Paddy Seeds. 

The association works towards globalizing the seed industry, promoting the export of seed, harmonization of the regulatory environment, and investment in the seed industry. NSAI offers beneficiaries a complete choice of products which include Breeder Seeds, Hedge Lucerne Seeds, Natural Amaranth Seeds, Tukmalanga Seed, and Hybrid  Paddy Seeds. 

The National Seeds Association of India(NSAI) is able to provide benefits which include :

∙ To help formulate a policy environment for the seed industry 

∙ To create better interaction & provide business opportunities among all the stakeholders

∙ To hold meetings and interactions between the public & private sector to discuss common issues

∙ To facilitate Public Private Partnership 

∙ Scientific Seminars & Interactive Meetings for industry engagement and interaction 

∙ Communication & Knowledge Dissemination through Seed Magazine, Seed Handbook, News mailers, and other publications.

∙ Policy Advocacy by engaging with Government and scientific entities to prepare an environment for favorable policy and furthering the stakeholder’s interest 

∙ Collaborative trainings with various institutes, organizations & universities 

The association has four membership categories which include: 

∙ Ordinary Member 

∙ Associate Member 

∙ Association Member 

∙ Public Sector 

Value Proposition and Key Differentiator

∙ The National Seeds Association of India (NSAI) is an active contributor to seed policy development with the concerned government. To ensure that the policies and regulations create a healthy environment,  including acceptance by the public so that the nature of the industry remains globally competitive.  

∙ The National Seeds Association of India (NSAI) also seeks to promote harmonization and adoption of the best commercial practices in the distribution of seeds, quality control, production, and processing. 

∙ NSAI is the face of various stakeholders of the Farm Input value chain in its goal to create a favorable policy environment for the development of the seed industry.  

The institute organizes various training and capacity-building programs which take the form of customized modules for a different level of the seed industry’s human resources.

∙ NSAI through regular engagement and networking opportunities with global/regional seed industry organizations works toward developing joint programs and standardization of seed regulations across countries.  

National Seeds Association of India(NSAI): Future Outlook 

The association is active in its contribution to policy development hand in hand with the government, creation of an enabling environment, public acceptance so that Indian Agriculture can compete in the global market while also improving the condition of farmers in the country.

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