To contribute to improved food security of smallholders in the SADC region through increased availability of and access to seeds.

SADC Harmonized Seed Regulatory System domesticated and implemented in Malawi, Swaziland, Zambia and Zimbabwe, with important data, information and knowledge, utilized in the wider SADC region for evidence-based decision-making on seed systems.

1. Seed variety release policies in Malawi, Swaziland, Zambia and Zimbabwe aligned with SADC protocols.

2. Phytosanitary policies in Malawi, Swaziland, Zambia and Zimbabwe aligned with SADC protocols.

3. Seed certification policies in Malawi, Swaziland, Zambia and Zimbabwe aligned with SADC protocols.

4. Measures to operationalise the realigned policies introduced and related capacity of government, civil service and other key stakeholders strengthened.

5. Seed certification facilities strengthened/ established and successfully functioning in the four focal countries.

6. Data, information and knowledge created is stored and shared.