Central Idea

In a global seminar organized by the International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (ITPGRFA) and the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), President of India underscored the importance of safeguarding farmers’ rights.

About ITPGRFA

	Description
Objective	Conservation and sustainable use of plant genetic resources for food and agriculture.
Enactment Year	2001
Key Principles	Conservation, Access and Benefit-Sharing, Farmers’ Rights.
Coverage	Multilateral system covering 64 vital crop species.
Implementation	Encourages signatory countries to integrate treaty provisions into national legislation.
Monitoring	Establishes a system for monitoring treaty implementation and reporting.
Global Impact	Contributes to preserving agricultural biodiversity, sustainable agriculture, and equitable access to genetic resources.
India’s Role	India actively participates and supports the treaty, providing rights to farmers for unbranded seeds and registering their varieties, serving as a model for the world.