Global Seed Vault

The Global Seed Vault, located on the Svalbard archipelago in Norway, is a secure seed bank that preserves a wide variety of plant seeds from around the world. Often referred to as the "Doomsday Vault," it serves as a global insurance policy against the loss of crops due to natural disasters, war, or other catastrophic events. The vault, which is managed by the Norwegian government, the Global Crop Diversity Trust (Crop Trust), and the Nordic Genetic Resource Center (NordGen), currently holds over a million seed samples, representing a crucial safeguard for global food security. The Global Seed Vault ensures that vital crop diversity is protected, providing future generations with the resources needed to sustain agriculture.

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