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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New in the FAO Biodiversity Knowledge Hub: March update
15/04/2025
The FAO Biodiversity Knowledge Hub consolidates FAO’s existing information and resources related to biodiversity in the agriculture sectors. This platform helps countries in strengthening their knowledge and capabilities to implement the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, support the...
Save the date: Opuntia spp. Conservation and sustainable use of genetic resources
15/04/2025
Over the past few decades, interest has grown for more knowledge on t...
Historic participation of Indigenous Peoples at the 20th session of the FAO Commission of Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture
28/03/2025
In a groundbreaking moment, the 20th Session of the Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (CGRFA), held at FAO headquarters in Rome from 24 to 28 March 2025, marked a historic step toward inclusive participation of Indigenous Peoples in global governance for agricultural biodiv...