strategy
Documenting plant gene resources
Synonyms:
Maintaining database of plant genetic resources Implementation:
Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). The Institute houses the Forest Genetic Resource Information System (TRESOURCE) to provide forestry researchers with background information on the germplasm of forest trees and shrubs.
TRESOURCE comprises of five databases on plant aspects of plant genetics:
Broader:
DocumentingMapping genesMonitoring plant species conservation Conserving plant genetic resourcesExchanging information on genetics Facilitates:
Using genetic resourcesPreserving gene resourcesUsing plant genetic resourcesExpanding research on plant genetic resourcesPreserving genetic diversity in cultivated plantsPreparing periodic status reports on plant genetic resourcesEnriching cultivated plant's genetic diversity with wild relatives Facilitated by:
Using genebanks Organizations:
World Information and Early Warning System on Plant Genetic Resources Forest Genetic Resource Information System North American Biodiversity Information Network Subjects:
Amenities → MaintenanceBiosciences → Genetics
Information → Data, codes
Information → Documentation
Plant Life → Plants
Resources → Resources
Type Classification:
D: Detailed strategies Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
