The Crop Trust is a non-profit international organization dedicated to conserving crop diversity and making it available for use globally, forever, for the benefit of everyone.

We work with donors and partners to lead global projects that protect crop diversity, conserve crop wild relatives and develop technology to make this diversity accessible worldwide.

We seek professionals with a passion for global food security and a strong drive to contribute to our mission of conserving crop diversity for future generations.

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Svalbard Global Seed Vault Deposit - February 2026

The largest backup repository of crop diversity will open its doors again in February to welcome seeds from around the world.

Before We Lose Them: Securing the Future of Coffee and Cacao at CATIE

Before We Lose Them: Securing the Future of Coffee and Cacao at CATIE Coffee and chocolate are among the world’s most cherished indulgences. Yet behind every cup and every bar lies a vulnerable…

Niels Peter Louwaars

Dr. Niels Peter Louwaars is a distinguished expert in seed systems and agricultural policy with over four decades of international experience. He holds a PhD from Wageningen University (2007) with a…

Usha Barwale Zehr

Dr. Usha Barwale Zehr is Chairman and Executive Director of Grow Indigo Private Limited (GIPL). Grow Indigo is focused on promoting sustainable agriculture, including carbon farming for smallholder…

Basma bint Ali

Her Royal Highness Princess Basma bint Ali of Jordan is a prominent environmental advocate, humanitarian and retired military officer, who has dedicated her life to environmental conservation and…

General Introduction to Organic Seed Quality & Health

Seed germination and seedling establishment are the main factors for a successful start of a crop, determining crop health, weed suppression and overall crop performance. They are critical, but…

Introduction to Seed and Planting Materials

This course provides an introduction to seed and planting materials. On completion, the students should be able to: Explain the importance of using quality seed and planting materials Assess what…

The plants that feed the world

The plants that feed the world Baseline data and metrics to inform strategies for the conservation and use of plant genetic resources for food and agriculture.

Food Tank: 126 Food and Agriculture Organizations to Watch in 2026

Food Tank: 126 Food and Agriculture Organizations to Watch in 2026 Food Tank has named the Crop Trust among its 126 Food and Agriculture Organizations to Watch in the new year. A global think tank…

Food security depends on collective action toward a more equitable, regenerative and delicious future. Photo: Erica Camille/Crop Trust

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The Crop Diversity Digest

From cutting-edge research to work saving seeds in communities, even our small actions can have a big impact on saving crop diversity and putting it to good use. Read the latest news highlighting these efforts and more.