By 2020, maintain the genetic diversity of seeds, cultivated plants and farmed and domesticated animals and their related wild species, including through soundly managed and diversified seed and plant banks at the national, regional and international levels, and promote access to and fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising from the utilization of genetic resources and associated traditional knowledge, as internationally agreed.
1. Project: Community Seed Banks for Biodiversity
Specific: Establish 20 community-managed seed banks to conserve local and heirloom varieties of crops, promoting biodiversity and seed security.
Measurable: Track the number of seed banks established, varieties deposited, and number of farmers accessing seeds.
Achievable: Partner with NGOs and provide training on seed collection, storage, and distribution.
Result-Oriented: Increase the number of locally adapted crop varieties stored in participating communities by 20% within 2 years.
Time-Bound: Establish seed banks within 1 year and monitor results for 2 years.
Impact Assessment:
Track the number of plant genetic resources secured in conservation facilities (2.5.1) through seed bank inventories.
2. Project: In-Situ Conservation of Indigenous Livestock Breeds
Specific: Support 10 indigenous communities in implementing in-situ conservation programs for endangered livestock breeds, promoting traditional knowledge and practices.
Measurable: Track the number of communities participating, breeds targeted, and changes in population size of endangered breeds.
Achievable: Partner with veterinary services and provide financial support for breed improvement programs.
Result-Oriented: Increase the population of at least 2 endangered livestock breeds by 10% within 3 years.
Time-Bound: Initiate conservation programs within 6 months and monitor results for 3 years.
Impact Assessment:
Track the proportion of local breeds classified as being at risk of extinction (2.5.2) through population surveys.
3. Project: School Seed Gardens for Biodiversity Education
Specific: Establish and maintain school seed gardens in 50 schools, promoting student engagement in plant biodiversity conservation and traditional knowledge.
Measurable: Track the number of schools participating, varieties grown, and student participation in garden activities.
Achievable: Partner with educational institutions and provide curriculum support for seed gardens.
Result-Oriented: Increase student awareness of plant biodiversity and traditional knowledge by 80% within 2 years.
Time-Bound: Establish seed gardens within 6 months and monitor results for 2 years.
Impact Assessment:
Indirect impact on 2.5.1 by promoting awareness and future action for seed conservation.
4. Project: Digital Seed Bank Registry
Specific: Develop a national online registry to document and track plant genetic resources stored in seed banks across the country, promoting information sharing and accessibility.
Measurable: Track the number of seed banks registered, varieties documented, and user access to the registry.
Achievable: Partner with existing seed bank networks and utilize open-source software.
Result-Oriented: Register all national seed banks and document at least 70% of their holdings in the online registry within 1 year.
Time-Bound: Develop and launch the registry within 6 months and monitor results for 1 year.
Impact Assessment:
Contributes to improved data collection for 2.5.1 by enhancing transparency and accessibility of seed bank holdings.
5. Project: Farmer-Led Seed Exchange Networks
Specific: Facilitate the creation of 10 farmer-led seed exchange networks, promoting traditional seed varieties and knowledge exchange among farmers.
Measurable: Track the number of networks established, number of farmers participating, and varieties exchanged.
Achievable: Partner with farmer cooperatives and provide training on seed selection and exchange practices.
Result-Oriented: Increase participation of 200 farmers in seed exchange networks within 1 year.
Time-Bound: Establish networks within 6 months and monitor results for 1 year.
Impact Assessment:
Indirect impact on 2.5.1 by promoting on-farm conservation and seed security.
6. Project: Genetic Resource Benefit-Sharing Agreements
Specific: Facilitate the development of 5 benefit-sharing agreements between indigenous communities and research institutions utilizing local genetic resources.
Measurable: Track the number of agreements signed, types of resources involved, and benefits received by communities.
Achievable: Partner with legal experts and NGOs with experience in biocultural rights.
Result-Oriented: Secure fair and equitable benefits for at least 3 indigenous communities within 2 years.
Time-Bound: Initiate negotiations within 6 months and finalize agreements within 2 years.
7. Project: Public Awareness Campaigns for Biodiversity
Specific: Develop and launch public awareness campaigns on the importance of genetic diversity in food and agriculture, reaching at least 1 million people through various media channels.
Measurable: Track campaign reach through media monitoring (e.g., website visits, social media engagement), surveys on knowledge gain, and public participation in related events.
Achievable: Partner with media outlets, NGOs, and educational institutions for campaign dissemination.
Result-Oriented: Increase public awareness of the importance of genetic diversity by 20% within 1 year.
Time-Bound: Develop and launch campaigns within 6 months and monitor results for 1 year.
Impact Assessment:
Indirect impact on 2.5.1 and 2.5.2 by fostering public support for conservation efforts.
8. Project: Capacity Building for Seed Bank Management
Specific: Train 50 seed bank staff on best practices for seed collection, storage, documentation, and distribution to ensure the long-term viability of genetic resources.
Measurable: Track the number of staff trained, adoption of improved practices, and seed germination rates.
Achievable: Partner with international seed bank networks and provide training workshops.
Result-Oriented: Improve seed germination rates in participating seed banks by 10% within 2 years.
Time-Bound: Conduct training workshops within 6 months and monitor results for 2 years.
Impact Assessment:
Improved seed bank management contributes to increased numbers of plant genetic resources secured (2.5.1).
9. Project: Cryopreservation for Endangered Breeds
Specific: Establish cryopreservation facilities and train personnel to collect and store genetic material (sperm, ova) from 5 endangered livestock breeds, ensuring their future restoration potential.
Measurable: Track the number of facilities established, breeds targeted, and amount of genetic material stored.
Achievable: Partner with veterinary research institutions and secure funding for cryopreservation technology.
Result-Oriented: Establish cryopreservation facilities and successfully store genetic material for all 5 targeted breeds within 2 years.
Time-Bound: Secure funding and establish facilities within 1 year and initiate genetic material collection within 2 years.
Impact Assessment:
Contributes to improved conservation efforts for endangered breeds, potentially reducing the proportion of local breeds classified as being at risk of extinction (2.5.2).
10. Policy Advocacy for Seed Sovereignty
Specific: Advocate for the development and implementation of national policies that promote seed sovereignty, including farmer rights to save and exchange seeds, and restrictions on corporate control of genetic resources.
Measurable: Track the introduction of relevant legislation, public participation in advocacy efforts, and changes in seed ownership regulations.
Achievable: Partner with farmers' organizations and legal experts to develop policy proposals.
Result-Oriented: Secure the introduction of legislation supporting seed sovereignty within 2 years.
Time-Bound: Develop policy proposals within 6 months and initiate advocacy efforts within 1 year.
Impact Assessment:
Improved policy frameworks can indirectly support the conservation of genetic resources (2.5.1) and empower farmers (2.5).
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