From drought-resistant bananas to iron-rich beans, plant genetic diversity is a vital element of sustainable and healthy food systems. Whether carefully passed down by farmers for generations or allowed to adapt in the wild, diverse plants contain valuable traits that can provide climate adaptation, pest and disease resistance, and improved nutrition. But scientists estimate that 40% of plant species currently face extinction.
Genebanks provide a safe haven where at-risk seeds can be conserved for future use. Come on a virtual tour of the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT’s genebanks to learn how we collect plant genetic material, research its potential, and distribute seeds to those in need.
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