ABSTRACT
A particular case for seed regeneration in cross-pollinated species is when the amount of seed initially available allows a preliminary evaluation for adaptation. The major constraints which limit a substantial and rapid increase in seed production are climatic factors and the lack of staff specialised in seed multiplication techniques. A particular case for seed regeneration in cross-pollinated species is when the amount of seed initially available allows a preliminary evaluation for adaptation. The production of adequate amounts of seed required for yield trials, regional testing and on-farm trials, is a major problem restraining the expansion of the Forage Program at International Center For Agricultural Research In The Dry Areas. For meaningful expansion of the Forage Program activities, the establishment of a seed multiplication unit would play a key role. Seeds are considered a very effective vehicle for conveying the benefits of improved crop technology to the farmers and for translating crop improvement research to actual production on farmers’ fields.
