Neglected and Underutilized Crop Species Conservation Status

International Plant Genetic Resources Institute (IPGRI) programs assess the diversity and conservation status of overlooked crop species crucial for rural food security. Data originates from participatory regional programs focusing on a wide range of neglected crops across the world. The dataset's specific size, row count, and last update date are not provided.

Use Cases

• Classify crop species by their conservation status and reported level of genetic erosion.
• Analyze regional program data to identify geographic patterns in the diversity of neglected crops.
• Model relationships between crop underutilization factors and reported food security outcomes for rural communities.

Strengths

• Data compiled by the authoritative International Plant Genetic Resources Institute (IPGRI).
• Covers a wide range of neglected crop species from multiple global regions.

Limitations

• Specific data volume (row count, column count) and temporal coverage are unknown.
• Potential geographic bias based on the locations of implemented participatory regional programs.

Provenance

Source

International Plant Genetic Resources Institute (IPGRI) / Bioversity International.

Collection Method

Participatory regional programs assessing crop diversity and conservation status.

Geography

Multiple global regions (specifics unknown).