Biodiversity for food and agriculture is among the Earth’s most important resources. Thousands of species and their genetic variability make up the web of life and are indispensable to adapt to new conditions, including climate change. The Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture is committed to conserving biodiversity for food and agriculture and promotes its sustainable use for food security and human well-being and development worldwide, for current and future generations.
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Asia and the Pacific Region reviews Second Global Plan of Action for Plant Genetic Resources
23/07/2024
Bangkok 23 July 2024. A regional consultation to gather perspectives and inputs for reviewing the Second Global Plan of Action for Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agricul...
Forests face increasing climate-related stress amid growing demand for their products, FAO report warns
22/07/2024
Launch of the online questionnaires on access and benefit-sharing for genetic resources for food and agriculture
18/07/2024
The FAO Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (Commission), at its 19th Regular Session, requested for a report on the practical application of access and benefit-sharing (ABS) country measures t...