Report from the International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture

The report provides an update on the activities of the International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (ITPGRFA), highlighting key decisions from the Ninth Session of the Governing Body. Major areas of focus include cooperation with the Commission on Genetic Resources, sustainable use of plant genetic resources, farmers’ rights, digital sequence information, and access and benefit-sharing mechanisms. The document emphasizes the importance of global partnerships, the role of biodiversity in food security, and the need for fair access to plant genetic materials. The treaty also aims to support countries in developing strategies for climate resilience and ensuring the equitable distribution of benefits from plant genetic resources.