In the framework of
SSR project in Syria, CIHEAM Bari supports Year-1 capacity development under
the Seed System Restoration (SSR) component of BLRS by strengthening the
foundational scientific and professional competencies of GOSM and GCSAR staff.
The training program—delivered primarily through in-room sessions (with select
online components)—focuses on core disciplines that underpin resilient,
quality-assured seed systems: principles of genetics and classical crop
improvement; variety maintenance and characterization; seed science and
technology (seed biology, health and quarantine, processing, storage, and
quality assurance); and agronomic/seed-production practices across cereal and
legume crops. The modules are designed to consolidate academic knowledge,
standardize technical language and methods across institutions, and refresh
best practices needed to re-establish reliable, nationally led seed production.
- Tutor: Vanessa Lahoud