World Federation for Culture Collections

The World Federation for Culture Collections (WFCC) is an international organization that connects and supports various culture collections—repositories that preserve and share microorganisms like bacteria, fungi, and algae. These collections are essential for research, medicine, agriculture, and industry, providing access to biological resources for scientific and practical applications. WFCC promotes collaboration, standardization, and best practices among these collections worldwide to ensure quality, safety, and sustainable management of microbial resources. Its mission is to facilitate global cooperation in the preservation and use of microorganisms for scientific advancement and societal benefit.