Biodiversity Research Directorate
The Biodiversity Research Directorate is carrying out the following Mission:
1
Conduct scientific research and carry out the tasks in the following areas:
1.1- ExSitu and In Situ conservation of plant species (endemic wild plant species and local landraces), priority shall be given to plant genetic resources for food and agriculture.
1.2- Develop legal frameworks and strategies for the conservation, utilization and exchange of genetic resources.
1.3- Conduct floral surveys, and assessment of natural vegetation cover and restoration of habitats.
1.4- Utilization and management of forests.
1.5- Utilization and management of range lands.
1.6- Characterization and utilization of plant genetic resources for food and agriculture, including wild species and local landraces.
2
Qualify and capacity build up of technical staff.
3
Publish and document the results of agricultural research carried out in the Directorate.
4
Prepare the annual plan for the implementation of the work assigned to the Directorate and follow-up its implementation.
The Directorate has the following departments and divisions , which carry out the tasks assigned to it: