National Seed Storage Laboratory

The National Seed Storage Laboratory (NSSL) is a facility that preserves and protects a wide variety of seeds from different plant species. Its primary goal is to conserve plant genetic diversity by storing seeds under controlled conditions to maintain their viability over time. This ensures that, in case of crop failures, disease outbreaks, or environmental changes, the genetic material can be used to restore or improve plant populations. The NSSL supports agricultural research, breeding, and conservation efforts, helping to safeguard food security and ecological diversity for future generations.