BACKGROUND

The Global Plan of Action for Animal Genetic Resources  is the only internationally agreed plan for management of livestock genetic diversity. It was formally adopted by means of the Interlaken Declaration in September of 2007. In the Interlaken Declaration, FAO Members recognized that they bear the main responsibility for implementation of the Global Plan of Action. Members also invited all stakeholders, including international organizations, to join them in their common cause. This event presents highlights of recent efforts made by FAO Members in implementation of the Global Plan of Action.

AGENDA

Welcome

• Roswitha Baumung, FAO

State of animal genetics resources in Iran

• Saber Jelokhani

The Brazilian Animal Conservation Program

• Samuel Paiva

Animal genetic resources in the Philippines: Current initiatives

• Luisito Avante

Livestock breeding programs and conservation of Indigenous animal breeds in Sri Lanka Sagarika

• Sumanasekara

Status of animal genetic resources in Zimbabwe

• Andrew Chimasa

Interactions between the German National Genebank and field populations

• Lisa Balzar

In-situ and ex-situ integration: Dutch genebank for livestock species

• Annemieke Rattink

Extending the genetic diversity in the gene bank for endangered cattle breeds in Norway

• Nina Svartedal

Use of cryoconserved semen from and ancient bull: a way to manage the genetic diversity of a local breed?

• Coralie Danchin, France

Questions and answers

• Roswitha Baumung

A recording of the webinar is available HERE.

BACKGROUND

The European Union PRIMA project SCALA-MEDI is a model for sustainable farming in the Mediterranean region. Engaging Italy, France, Algeria, Tunisia, and Morocco, the project optimizes conservation and breeding of local animal genetic resources with a focus on climate adaptation and consumer needs. Experts showcase innovative methods in characterizing sheep and chicken breeds through advanced sensor, genetic, and epigenetic techniques. SCALA-MEDI aims to enhance resilience, foster collaboration, and inspire sustainable breeding across Mediterranean nations.

AGENDA

Introduction

• Dr. Alessandra Stella, National Research Council, Italy

SCALA-MEDI Overview

• Prof. Paolo Ajmone Marsan, SCALA-MEDI Coordinator - Università Cattolica del S. Cuore, Italy

A New Generation of sensors for monitoring animals at pasture

• Prof. Riccardo Valentini, Nature4, Italy

Sheep diversity and genomic selection in North Africa

• Dr. Badr Benjoulloun, INRA-Maroc, Morocco

Village chicken diversity in North Africa

• Prof. Nacera Tabet-Aoul, University of Oran, Algeria

Village chicken breeding in North Africa

• Dr. Michèle Tixier-Boichard, INRAE, France

Conclusion and perspectives

• Dr. Alessandra Stella, National Research Council, Italy

Open Discussion

A recording of the webinar is available HERE