Genebank management relevant to pre-breeding

Overview

This course gives an overview of what it takes to establish and manage a genebank, providing an outline of genebank operations with particular respect to pre-breeding. The need for linking genebank operations with pre-breeding is emphasized and problems are addressed. The module also explains the methods used to prepare and accomplish collecting missions and describes the main issues related to the proper organization of a genebank. An overview of the processes of day-to-day management is provided.

Modules

The course consists of 3 lessons, ranging from approximately 45 to 65 minutes duration each:

• Lesson 1 – Introduction to Genebanks
• Lesson 2 – Collecting Missions and Management of Genebanks
• Lesson 3 – Characterization and Evaluation