Plant Genetic Resources Strategy for Europe

As part of an urgent call to action, this Plant Genetic Resources Strategy for Europe (hereafter the PGR Strategy) is complementary to the Genetic Resources Strategy for Europe, aiming to halt the ongoing loss of genetic resources and ensure their continued facilitated use. Plant Genetic Resources (PGR) are currently neither adequately conserved nor sufficiently accessible, but are vital for addressing agricultural challenges. Efficient management and utilisation of PGR can reduce agricultural input levels, and improve environmental sustainability and biodiversity conservation. Implementing the PGR Strategy will ensure transformative changes to more effective and efficient PGR conservation and use in Europe, and will support regional commitments under key international agreements.