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UNFCCC COP31
31st Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change
9 Nov 2026
9 Nov 2026 - 20 Nov 2026
Svalbard Global Seed Vault Deposit - October 2026
The largest backup repository of crop diversity will open its doors again in October to welcome seeds from around the world.
20 Oct 2026
20 Oct 2026
CBD COP 17
17th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity
19 Oct 2026
19 Oct 2026 - 30 Oct 2026
UNCCD COP 17
17th session of the Conference of the Parties to the UN Convention to Combat Desertification
17 Aug 2026
17 Aug 2026 - 28 Aug 2026
Crawford Fund Annual Conference 2026
Australia’s key food security event: “Emerging Voices Shaping Regional Integration for a Food Secure World"
10 Aug 2026
10 Aug 2026 - 11 Aug 2026
German Plant Breeders Association: Genetic Diversity as the Basis for Future Innovation
Progress in plant breeding is only possible because it builds on the genetic diversity of earlier generations. Historical varieties are by no means relics of the past; they are valuable genetic resources. Traits such as unique...
13 Jul 2026
Seed Systems: The Hidden Networks Behind the Food on our Plates
What is your favorite taco? The diversity of different ingredients to make a tasty taco makes it a difficult decision. That diversity begins long before maize is harvested for tortillas or beans are harvested for filling. It...
7 Jul 2026
Ukraine joins FAO Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture
Ukraine’s accession strengthens global efforts to conserve and share the plant genetic resources that sustain food security worldwide.
Ukraine has deposited its instrument of accession to the International Treaty on Plant Genetic...
3 Jul 2026
Vietnam’s Seed Clubs Fed a Nation. Now They Face New Barriers
New study underlines the need for more flexible policies to support farmer-led seed innovation after 30 years of success.
Around the world, seed systems are being tested by climate shocks, rising costs, disrupted trade and...
30 Jun 2026








