The role of genetic resources for food and agriculture in adaptation to and mitigation of climate change

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The role of genetic resources for food and agriculture in adaptation to and mitigation of climate change

Year of publication 2022

Place of publication Rome, Italy ;

Pages 174 p.

Author FAO

Publisher FAO ;

Product type Book (stand-alone)

ISBN 978-92-5-136080-4

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Synopsis (short abstract) As the pace of climate change is increasing, it is more important than ever to conserve, characterize and sustainably use genetic resources for food and griculture. Over millennia farmers, livestock keepers, fisherfolk and forest dwellers have adapted their production systems to changing environmental conditions, relying on genetic resources for food and agriculture. However, these resources are still not receiving the attention they deserve given their enormous importance. The main focus of this study is the state of current use of genetic resources in climate change adaptation and mitigation efforts. Each chapter explores the impacts of climate change on genetic resources and also considers the significance of genetic resources to climate change adaptation and mitigation.

Last updated 23/05/2022

Statutory body / Meeting title Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (CGRFA)

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FAO. 2022. The role of genetic resources for food and agriculture in adaptation to and mitigation of climate change. FAO Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture. Rome.

https://doi.org/10.4060/cb9570en

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