Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture:
The 20th meeting of the Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (CGRFA-20) has commenced in Rome, where global leaders will discuss strategies for conserving plant and forest genetic resources and release two major global reports.A permanent intergovernmental body that focuses on conserving and sustainably using biodiversity essential for food security and agriculture. Established in: 1983, initially as the Commission on Plant Genetic Resources; expanded in 1995 to cover all genetic resources relevant to food and agriculture. Headquarters: Rome, Italy. Parent Organization: Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations.
