RICA Seed Center
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The RICA Seed Center
We innovate and invest in seed varieties, support the growth of seed companies, and train the next generation of industry leaders.
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Seed processing services
We operate state-of-the-art facilities that offer higher-quality seed processing services, including cleaning, grading, treating, and packaging seeds.
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Professional courses
The Seed professional course equips graduates and agronomists with essential skills such as developing well-adapted crop varieties, seed production for priority crops, and ensuring quality control.
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About us
The RICA Seed Center is building Rwanda’s premier hub for seed excellence—a dynamic campus designed to accelerate agricultural transformation. Our infrastructure supports every step of the seed value chain, from research to seed testing and processing.
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Vision
A world where Rwanda’s food security is powered by Rwandan farmers.
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Mission
To provide world-class expertise, training, and seed innovation to support the growth of the seed.
Our people
We unite Rwanda’s top talent—from pioneering plant breeders to policy advocates. Our team’s collective expertise spans the entire seed value chain, ensuring innovation, quality, and sustainability at every stage.
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Our services range from variety trials, parent seed production, quality testing, processing, training, and consulting.
Join the 2026 RICA Seed Center cohort
Join the Class of 2027. Applications for the 4th cohort are now open!
We’re accepting submissions until June 30, 2026 — it only takes 5 minutes to apply.
Start your journey with us today.
