Publications
Sustainable use and conservation of invertebrate pollinators
06/2023
Building on global assessments addressing pollinators published in 2016 and 2019, respectively, by the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) and FAO, this study provides up-to-date information on the status and trends of invertebrate pollinators, maps relevant regional and international initiatives, and identifies gaps and needs.
Innovations in cryoconservation of animal genetic resources - Practical guide
01/2023
The practical guide on Innovations in cryoconservation of animal genetic resources describes the key processes of operating a programme for gene banking of animal genetic resources, emphasizing recent developments. Topics covered include quality management, the choice of material to be stored, financial considerations, accession and use of samples, collection and storage of genetic material, sanitary issues in gene banking, data management, legal issues, and capacity building and outreach.
Genomic characterization of animal genetic resources - Practical guide
01/2023
The practical guide on Genomic characterization of animal genetic resources describes the key steps for undertaking a study to characterize one or more livestock populations on the basis of their DNA sequences. The document covers the process from upstream planning to sample collection, through laboratory assays, to data analysis, and interpretation, application and dissemination of results.
Proceedings of the First International Multi-Stakeholder Symposium on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture: Technical consultation on in situ conservation and on-farm management of plant genetic resources for food and agriculture
12/2022
This book represents the proceedings of the First International Multi-stakeholder Symposium on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture: Technical Consultation on in situ conservation and on-farm management of PGRFA, held virtually on 29 and 30 March 2021.
FAO Strategy on Climate Change 2022–2031
11/2022
Endorsed by the 170th Session of the FAO Council, this Strategy is also key to delivering the FAO Strategic Framework 2022-2031 and accelerating agrifood system-related climate actions at global, regional, country and local levels and across sectors.
Mainstreaming biodiversity in forestry
10/2022
This study is a collaboration between FAO and the Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR), lead centre of the CGIAR research programme on Forests, Trees and Agroforestry (FTA). Illustrated by eight country case-studies, the report reviews progress and outlines the technical and policy tools available for countries and stakeholders, as well as the steps needed, to effectively mainstream biodiversity in forestry.
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FAO and marine biological diversity beyond national jurisdiction (BBNJ) process
08/2022
This document presents information on the work of FAO that is relevant to the BBNJ process, including ongoing processes and initiatives, and lessons learned, which may be informative and useful for BBNJ Delegates and others.
Practical guide for the application of the Genebank Standards for Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture: Conservation in field genebanks
06/2022
FAO has developed the "Practical guide for the application of the Genebank Standards for Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture: Conservation in field genebanks" to be used as a companion volume to the Genebank Standards for Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture.
Practical guide for the application of the Genebank Standards for Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture: Conservation via in vitro culture
06/2022
FAO has developed the "Practical guide for the application of the Genebank Standards for Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture: Conservation via in vitro culture" to be used as a companion volume to the Genebank Standards for Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture.
Practical guide for the application of the Genebank Standards for Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture: Conservation of orthodox seeds in seed genebanks
06/2022
FAO has developed the "Practical guide for the application of the Genebank Standards for Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture: Conservation of orthodox seeds in seed genebanks" to be used as a companion volume to the Genebank Standards for Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture.