Ames, Iowa
April, 2009
Source:
Fall/Winter 2008-09 Issue
of the Iowa Seed & Biosafety newsletter, Published by the
Seed Science Center and the Biosafety Institute for Genetically
Modified Agricultural Products at
Iowa State
University
http://www.bigmap.iastate.edu/images/fallwinter0809.pdf
Iowa
State University Seed Scientist Adelaida Harries was
recognized in October 2008 during the XXI Pan-American Seed
Congress held in Cartagena, Colombia. Harries was awarded the
Medal of Merit from the Latin-American Federation of Seed
Associations (FELAS) at the event in recognition of her
continuous support of the development and enhancement of the
public and private seed sector in Latin America.
Harries has worked in Latin America for the past 25 years. She
has extensive experience in seed policies and regulations
related to seed certification, plant breeders rights, and
quality assurance. She has also served as President of the
National Seed Institute (INASE).
“This recognition is welldeserved,” said Manjit Misra, Seed
Science Center director. “During her time at Iowa State,
Adelaida has worked tirelessly to promote the harmonization of
seed policies in many countries around the world. Her efforts
have made an impact on the lives of many individuals, helping
them to have access to quality seeds to help pull them out of a
life of poverty.”
Over 200 persons attended the Pan-American Seed Congress
organized by FELAS. Founded in 1986, FELAS represents its
members at the Latin American and global level, promoting the
interests of the seed industry and the progress of agriculture
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