Crop Diversity Conservation

Crop diversity conservation involves preserving a wide variety of plant species and varieties used for food production. This practice helps maintain genetic resources that ensure crops can adapt to environmental changes, resist pests and diseases, and sustain food security. Conservation methods include maintaining gene banks, seed banks, and on-farm practices where farmers grow diverse crops. By safeguarding this diversity, we reduce dependence on a few crop types, protect ecosystems, and support resilient agricultural systems capable of facing future challenges like climate change.