Tag #Seed Banks

What is the significance of the Svalbard Global Seed Vault in addressing the challenges of climate change and food security?

The Svalbard Global Seed Vault, opened in 2008, stores over 1,331,458 seed samples from 6,297 crop species, safeguarding against the loss of genetic diversity due to climate change and monoculture farming. In 2024, a record 64,331 new samples were deposited, highlighting the growing reliance on this crucial backup system for global food security. This ensures the availability of diverse seeds for future use, even with unpredictable weather patterns.