Report
The State of the World’s Forest Genetic Resources
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The publication was prepared based on information provided by 86 countries, outcomes from regional and subregional consultations and commissioned thematic studies. It includes:
- an overview of definitions and concepts related to Forest Genetic Resources (FGR) and a review of their value;
- a description of the main drivers of changes;
- the presentation of key emerging technologies;
- an analysis of the current status of FGR conservation, use and related developments;
- recommendations addressing the challenges and needs.
By the FAO Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture.
Date
2014
Publisher
FAO
Region
Global
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