GLOBAL COLLABORATIONS IN BREEDING CROPS FOR CLIMATE RESILIENCE

Authors

  • A AMMAR Department of Plant Breeding and Genetics, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Pakistan
  • Z IFTIKHAR Department of Plant Breeding and Genetics, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Pakistan
  • UA KHAN Department of Plant Pathology, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Pakistan
  • A BIBI Department of Plant Pathology, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Pakistan
  • N TAHSEEN Institute of Soil and Environmental Sciences, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Pakistan
  • I HAIDER Department of Plant Pathology, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Pakistan
  • M ABID Institute of Soil and Environmental Sciences, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Pakistan
  • MN KHALID Department of Plant Breeding and Genetics, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Pakistan
  • I AMJAD Department of Plant Breeding and Genetics, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54112/basrj.v2023i1.25

Keywords:

Climate Resilience, Global Collaborations, Crop Breeding, International Cooperation, Climate-Adaptive Agriculture, Knowledge Exchange, Capacity Building, Sustainable Food Security

Abstract

This paper explores the critical role of international cooperation in addressing the challenges imposed by a changing climate on global agriculture. As climate change threatens food security, this paper investigates the power of unity in transcending geographical and disciplinary boundaries to foster collaborative initiatives. The urgency of developing crops resilient to climate fluctuations is underscored, emphasizing the diverse challenges different regions face and the need for adaptable solutions. Global collaborations catalyze progress, creating a dynamic shared knowledge and resources ecosystem. The abstract outlines the significance of breaking down barriers, be they geographical or cultural, to facilitate a comprehensive approach to breeding crops capable of withstanding a spectrum of climatic conditions. Knowledge exchange and capacity building emerge as key components of successful global collaborations, ensuring communities worldwide have the skills and resources needed for local implementation. The abstract highlights the transformative potential of united efforts, providing a glimpse into a future where international cooperation stands as a cornerstone in pursuing resilient global agriculture amidst the challenges posed by climate change.

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Published

2023-11-22

How to Cite

AMMAR, A., IFTIKHAR, Z., KHAN, U., BIBI, A., TAHSEEN , N., HAIDER, I., ABID, M., KHALID, M., & AMJAD, I. (2023). GLOBAL COLLABORATIONS IN BREEDING CROPS FOR CLIMATE RESILIENCE. Biological and Agricultural Sciences Research Journal, 2023(1), 25. https://doi.org/10.54112/basrj.v2023i1.25

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