Nearly 81,000 Genetic Resources Collected and Preserved Nationwide
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- 01 Aug 2024
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As of 2023, Vietnam has collected and preserved nearly 81,000 endemic, precious, and rare genetic resources. This extensive collection includes genetic resources of agricultural plants, forestry plants, medicinal plants, animals, aquatics, and microbes, as revealed in a workshop held by the Ministry of Science and Technology in Hanoi on July 29.
The Plant Resources Centre under the Vietnam Academy of Agricultural Sciences has collected over 10,000 genetic resources from various crop groups.
The Vietnam Academy of Forest Sciences and universities with forestry faculties have collected and preserved nearly 2,000 genetic resources from 70 species of forestry plants, all sourced locally and planted in regions such as Son La, Lao Cai, Ba Vi, Phu Tho, Lam Dong, Dak Nong, and Binh Thuan.
Over 7,000 valuable medicinal genetic resources have been discovered and preserved. These are crucial for breeding new varieties with improved yields, quality, and value.
Preliminary evaluations have been conducted on over 55,800 genetic resources, and detailed evaluations on over 14,100. Many valuable and rare genetic resources have been effectively exploited and developed across various fields.
Over 300 genetic resources of plants and animals and over 700 microbial genetic resources have been utilized. Additionally, 178 technological processes and technical guidelines for breeding, selecting and creating varieties, cultivation, and care of genetic resources have been mastered.
Future Directions
During the workshop, which reviewed the implementation of the genetic resource conservation and sustainable usage program for the 2015-2024 period and outlined orientations for 2025-2030, Minister of Science and Technology Huynh Thanh Dat emphasized several key points for future efforts:
- Infrastructure and Equipment: There is a need to continue strengthening and upgrading infrastructure and equipment to support genetic resource conservation.
- Scientific Research and Technology Development: Promoting scientific research and technology development is crucial for the effective conservation, preservation, and evaluation of genetic resources.
- Biodiversity and Natural Resources: These efforts are essential to preserving biodiversity and protecting the country's natural resources.
This comprehensive approach will contribute significantly to the sustainable conservation and use of Vietnam's rich genetic resources, ensuring the country's biodiversity and natural heritage are protected and utilized for future generations.
