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T1 Animal Genetic Resources Conservation and Management - Report of the FAO/UNEP Technical Consultation
A1 Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, 
A1 United Nations Environment Programme, 
K1 animal genetics
K1 genetic resource
K1 resource conservation
YR 1980
FD 1980-06
LK https://wedocs.unep.org/handle/20.500.11822/22532
UL https://wedocs.unep.org/handle/20.500.11822/22532
NO This report from the FAO/UNEP Technical Consultation, held in Rome from June 2-6, 1980, addresses the critical issue of conserving and managing animal genetic resources. It captures a pivotal moment when scientific advancements in animal breeding, which had led to high-performance breeds in industrialized nations, were causing a decline in local livestock diversity. The consultation recognized the immense value of indigenous breeds, which are well-adapted to harsh environmental conditions like droughts, coarse feed, and diseases. The document outlines a series of recommendations for FAO and UNEP, emphasizing the need for a coordinated international effort. Key proposals include establishing data banks, creating regional gene banks for long-term storage of genetic material, promoting training programs, and supporting research into the unique adaptive traits of local animal populations to ensure their survival and improvement for future agricultural needs.
DS UN Environment Document Repository
RD Sep 17, 2026