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  • 1 - Introduction

  • from Part I - Introduction
  • Nigel Maxted, University of Birmingham, Danny Hunter, Rodomiro Ortiz Ríos
  • Book:
    Plant Genetic Conservation
    Published online:
    05 September 2020
    Print publication:
    10 September 2020, pp 3-44
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  • Summary

    An introduction and overview to the subject of biological diversity (biodiversity) is provided, and more specifically the systematic conservation and sustainable utilization of plant genetic diversity. The copious wealth of plant diversity provides the primary production to feed us all and among which we live is threatened by human mismanagement; plant diversity at the habitat, species and genetic levels is threatened to a degree never seen previously in our planet’s history.This chapter illustrates the range of plant diversity at the habitat, species and genetic levels, where plants are found and reviews the threats it currently faces. Also, the importance of genetic diversity is emphasized, why we need it and how it can be used to provide food security and other ecosystem services.The strategies and techniques used to conserve plant diversity are defined and the concept of complementary conservation is introduced.The chapter also provides an overview of the ways humankind exploits and utilizes plant diversity.