BOLD (Biodiversity for Opportunities, Livelihoods and Development) is a 10-year project to strengthen food and nutrition security worldwide by supporting the conservation and use of crop diversity. Funded by the Government of Norway and launched in 202 ...
The Importance of Landrace Conservation in Cameroon
What is Landrace conservation? Landrace conservation refers to the preservation of traditional crop varieties that have been cultivated by farmers for generations. In Cameroon, landrace conservation is critical for ensuring food security, preserving c ...
Regeneration and Safety Duplication of Crop Diversity for Conservation at the Svalbard Global Seed Vault
Cameroon is endowed with a very rich biodiversity and this is explained by its geographical location near the equator and in the heart of Africa, rich volcanic soils in the south and a good watershed, which accounts for good drainage systems. After Dem ...
What is a landrace?
What is a landrace? The term "landrace" refers to a traditional plant variety that has been grown by farmers for many years, frequently in a particular area or locale. These crops have genetic characteristics that make them especially well-suited to s ...