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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Register to a virtual event on Current initiative and future directions in the conservation and use of opportunity crops
09/11/2026
Join a virtual event on 12 November 2026, from 16.00 to 18.00 CET (UTC+1) exploring current initiatives and future directions for the conservation and use of opportunity crops, also known as neglected and underutilized species (NUS).
The webinar will highlight how these crops can co...
FAO opens first Global Pollinator Conference to accelerate global action to protect pollinators
05/11/2026
