Call Prefix : CD

Call Main : Netw - 2003 - 1

Location : SEARCA Library

Format : CD-ROM

Publisher : FAO,

Publication Date : 2003

Publication Place : Rome, Italy :

Summary : The aim of present study is to provide an overview and primary analysis of networks addressing PGRFA issues, and to provide options for next steps towards optimizing the effectiveness of the role of networks in the implementation of the GPA and the IT PGRFA. It begins with a brief examination of different approaches to classifying networks, and discussion on the criteria used to analyse the networks, including criteria such as their objectives and activities, geographical coverage, crop or thematic focus, and membership. An overview of PGR networks, and global and regional in situoriented, crop-based and thematic networks is the provided, followed by consideration of the coverage of regional PGR and crop-based networks. The potential contribution of networks to the four main areas of activity of the GPA: in situ conservation and development; Ex situ conservation; Utilisation of plant genetic resources; and Institutions and capacity building, is examined in the context of five categories based upon their scope and objectives: regional PGR networks, crop-based networks, in situ-oriented networks, thematic networks, and (sub) regional fora.