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The only international non-governmental organisation (NGO) that aims to prevent the loss of diversity in global farm animal genetic resources (AnGR) through encouraging and supporting relevant activities and research by NGOs and governments
The key communication and information tool for implementing the FAO Global Strategy for the Management of Farm Animal Genetic Resources (AnGR).
Documenting genetic diversity among indigenous livestock breeds of developing countries, fostering conservation of indigenous breeds, identifying disease-controlling genes and designing breeding programmes to improve productivity in low-input environments
Website offers information on specific British Isles rare breeds: Irish Moiled and White Park Cattle, Wensleydale and White Face Woodland Sheep and Cleveland Bay Horses.
Information about this rarest traditional, dual purpose, hardy Irish breed of ancient lineage. Breed history and characteristics and current details of all registered Irish Moiled cattle and their breeders.
Paper identifies factors and pressures responsible for declining genetic diversity of livestock: destruction of the native habitats; increasing genetic uniformity; farmer and/or consumer preferences; and proposes responses. Useful FAO references in paper and the rest of this livestock and environment site.
A North Carolina-based nonprofit membership organization founded in 1977, working to protect nearly 100 breeds of domestic livestock and waterfowl. Site includes research and educational resources, publications, posters and events.
This organisation the amalgamation of the Australian Rare and Minority Breeds Association and Rare Breeds Victoria. Site has breed profiles, events calendar, newsletter and educational project details.
Comprehensive site of the European Association for Animal Production (EAAP) covering the status of animal breeds in the 46 member countries in Europe. Full datasets on all breeds. Contact details of National Coordinators.
Supports local communities that share the care and raising of indigenous domesticated animals for commercial purposes. Primary work is being done in India. Lists events, publications, photos and resource links.
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