The seed industry exists only to provide high-quality seed to farmers so
they can produce more on the same land, and produce it more efficiently
and cost-effectively. This means providing improved seed which offers the
greatest potential at a reasonable cost.
To do this requires that the seed industry apply improved technology in
efficient and commercial-scale operations so that enough improved seed
can be supplied to have a significant impact on food production, and so
that it can support investments in seed supply. A seed production is also a
business enterprise, and it must operate efficiently and generate a profit
while serving farmers.