Comparing seed conservation technologies for banking different seed propagules: IBRC seed bank as a successful model

Plant genetic resources are vital for biodiversity and agricultural productivity, serving as the foundation for breeding, ecosystem support, and environmental adaptation. However, they face significant threats from habitat destruction, climate change, overexploitation, and pests. To address these challenges, in situ and ex situ conservation methods are used. Among ex situ methods, seed banking is crucial for long-term preservation and biodiversity conservation. Seed characteristics, such as longevity and germination, vary across species and influence their response to storage methods like cold storage and cryopreservation. This paper compares different seed banking strategies applied for conserving about ۱۴۰۰۰ plant samples at the Iranian biological resource center (IBRC), focusing on methods, benefits, challenges, particularly for different seed propagules.

کلیدواژه ها:

Seed conservation ، Seed banking ، Seed propagules ، IBRC seed bank ، Plant genetic resources