b' Establishing a hotline for reporting illegal seed cases.Providing legal guidance and roadmaps to our members and their attorneys. Organizing awareness meetings. Preparing Turkish and English handbooks on combating illegal seeds (which we have also shared with International Seed Federation [ISF]).Conducting periodic surveys to assess the extent of illegal practices in Trkiye. Collecting and analyzing enforcement data from legal casesrelated to illegal seed practices.Engaging with Policy MakersTSAB maintains close contact with the relevant depart-ments of the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, as well as the Parliamentary Agriculture Commission, whenever necessary to protect the interests of its members. This engagement takes place through the submission of written reports and requests based on the findings of working group studies, as well as through in-person meetings. Additionally, online meetings are also held with officials from these bodies to discuss issues in detail.Collaboration with European and Global Seed Organizations TSAB actively collaborates as a member with Euroseeds, the ISF, the Seed Association of Economic Cooperation Organization (ECOSA), and also actively cooperates with other global organi-zations such as the Asia and Pacific Seed Association (APSA). Trkiyes participation in events such as the ISF World Seed Congress and the Euroseeds Annual Congress underscores its TSAB President Yldray Gener (2nd from left) at the Growtechcommitment to international cooperation. Face-to-face meetings Fair in 2021. remain crucial despite digital communication tools, as they foster trust, collaboration, and strategic partnerships. respective topics, providing key insights that serve as the pri- Future Focus Areas for the Turkish Seed Sector mary resource for policymaker engagement. To further strengthen its seed sector, Trkiye should prioritize Key activities of TSAB include: the following areas: Supporting seed certification and quality assurance pro- Innovation and R&D: Investing in breeding programs and grams. seed technologies to enhance crop resilience.Facilitating dialogue between seed sector stakeholders andRegulatory Improvements: Streamlining seed certification government authorities. and intellectual property protection measures.Promoting Turkish seed exports through trade missions andMarket Expansion: Strengthening trade agreements and international partnerships. This includes the Developmentexploring new export destinations.of the International Competitiveness Programme (URGE) Sustainability: Promoting climate-smart agriculture and aimed at building the capacity of its members throughconservation of genetic resources.training on exports, trade missions to establish businessThe Turkish seed sector is well-positioned for continued linkages, and study missions to observe best practices forgrowth and innovation. By addressing existing challenges and technical capacity building at an international level. capitalizing on its strengths, Trkiye can further solidify its statusOrganizing training programs and technical workshops foras a key player in the global seed sector. members. In conclusion, we can say that Trkiyes seed sector is a dynamic and evolving sector with a strong regulatory founda-Combating Illegal Seed Practicestion, diverse crop production, and a growing presence in inter-TSAB is an active national organization representing seed pro- national markets. TSAB remains dedicated to supporting its ducers and seed sector stakeholders, committed to combatingmembers, fostering innovation, and advocating for policies that illegal seed practices. Our efforts include: enhance the sectors competitiveness. As the host of the ISFDeveloping a national strategy to combat illegal seed prac- Congress in Istanbul, Trkiye will showcase its achievements andtices and implementing all related activities accordingly. aspirations in the seed sector on the global stage.SW62/ SEEDWORLD.COMINTERNATIONAL EDITION 2025'