The Seed Vault (Global Seed Vault)

The Global Seed Vault, located in Norway, is like a secure storage facility for the world’s diverse plant seeds. Its purpose is to preserve genetic diversity so that crops can be replanted or improved in case of environmental disasters, climate change, or other emergencies. The vault holds hundreds of thousands of seed samples from around the globe, acting as a backup to safeguard agriculture’s future. It’s designed to withstand natural and man-made threats, ensuring that vital plant varieties are protected for generations to come.