Target 3: Models and Protocols


Back to main site GPPC En Espanol Plants2010 Home GPPC Statement Why Plants? Why a Global Partnership for Plant Conservation? GPPC Partners Aim of the Partnership GPPC Working Practices How to Join GSPC Targets Understanding and Documenting Plant Diversity Conserving Plant Diversity Using Plant Diversity Sustainably Promoting Education and Awareness Building Capacity for Conservation National Strategies Ireland South Africa United Kingdom China Cross-National Strategies Botanic Gardens Europe North America News Resources Leaflets for T8 & T14 Events & Meetings Dublin 2005 Dublin Statement Contact Us PlantSearch GardenSearch Sign up to our newsletter:	GPPC > Target 3: Models and Protocols Target 3: Models and Protocols Development of Models with Protocols for Plant Conservation and Sustainable Use, Based on Research and Practical Experience Conservation biology research, and methodologies and practical techniques for conservation are fundamental to the conservation of plant diversity and the sustainable use of its components. These can be applied through the development and effective dissemination of relevant models and protocols for applying best practice, based on the results of existing and new research and practical experience of management. ‘Protocols’ in this sense, can be understood as practical guidance on how to conduct plant conservation and sustainable use activities in particular settings. Key areas where the development of models with protocols is required include: the integration of in situ and ex situ conservation; maintenance of threatened plants within ecosystems; applying the ecosystem approach; balancing sustainable use with conservation; methodologies for monitoring conservation and sustainable use activities. Botanic Gardens: Using Biodiversity to Improve Human Well-being A report has been launched by BGCI on the role of botanic gardens in using plant diversity to improve human well-being. It features case studies from botanic gardens around the world and is available to all in PDF format. Read more... Contact The GPPC Got some useful resources for this target? Tell us so we can share them on this site. Read more... Find Out More Bioversity International (formerly IPGRI) Bioversity is an international research institute with a mandate to advance the conservation and use of genetic diversity for the well-being of present and future generations. It is a Centre of the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research. International Centre for Underutilised Crops The mission of the ICUC is to promote the use of underutilised crops for the benefit of humankind and the environment. ICUC provides expertise for tropical, sub-tropical and temperate crop development, in close collaboration with partners in 19 countries in Asia and Africa. Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture The objectives of FAO regarding PGRFA are to ensure the safe conservation and promote the availability and Sustainable Use of Plant Genetic Resources, for present and future generations, by providing a flexible framework for sharing benefits and burdens. Global Initiative for Traditional Systems (GIFTS) of Health The Global Initiative for Traditional Systems (GIFTS) of Health was founded in 1993 with the aim of building partnerships at a global level between traditional health practitioners, scientists, educators and decision-makers, in order to improve the services provided to patients. People and the Planet The People & the Planet website provides a global gateway to the greatest issue of our time: the future health and well-being of the human family as it presses ever more heavily on the natural resources of our planet.	*Plant Genetic Conservation: The In Situ* Approach (Maxted et al, 1997)** This text aims to provide a practical and theoretical introduction to the technique of in situ genetic conservation, within both natural "wild" habitats and traditional agricultural systems. *The Ex Situ* Conservation of Plant Genetic Resources (Hawkes et al, 2000) Valuable reading for professional plant conservationists and postgraduate students of plant genetics, conservation and cell biology. Principles of Conservation Biology (Gary Meffe et al, 2004) This is the most comprehensive textbook on conservation biology, and is for the use of practioners, researchers, teachers and students alike. It introduces the major themes and concepts of the diverse and dynamic field of conservation biology, including its social and biological aspects. Have your say! BGCI Membership Questionnaire 2008** BGCI is striving to improve the services that we provide to our members. We need your help in order to do this. Please take 5 minutes to submit our Membership Questionnaire.