15 - 18 NOVEMBER 2021

GLOBAL | VIRTUAL

Welcome to the

2nd International Agrobiodiversity Congress

This four-day virtual and interactive Congress will bring together scientists, practitioners, Indigenous Peoples, development organizations, and policymakers to share and advance scientific research, nature-positive solutions, policies, and practices. Join us as we work to transform food systems and deliver on the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development through the use and conservation of agrobiodiversity.

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Event Highlights

World-renowned scientists, policymakers, development organizations, business leaders, and representatives from rural agricultural communities around the world will speak about the role of agrobiodiversity in the context of food consumption and production, and the urgent need to conserve it. Sessions will be engaging and interactive, providing a collaborative space to discuss cutting-edge scientific research and case studies of how agrobiodiversity can help to transform food systems. Scroll through a sample of featured sessions below.

Scientific Symposium

Scientists share the latest evidence on agrobiodiversity’s role in contributing to resilient and sustainable food systems
Policy and Business Forum

A dialogue between policymakers and the private sector on challenges and opportunities of agrobiodiversity use and conservation.
Innovation Forum

Fosters dialogue on the role of venture capital in food systems and in de-risking and scaling science-driven innovations.
Eat Grow Save Talks

Delivered by top experts, set the stage and present innovative approaches to agrobiodiversity use and conservation.
Indigenous Peoples

A platform for discussion on agrobiodiversity practices and challenges from the Indigenous Peoples’ perspective.
Food Systems Transformation through the G20 and UNFSS Reports

This session aims to shed light on agrobiodiversity as a critical component of sustainable food systems within the context of an action-packed year where significant international events were held.
Side Events

Partner organizations will present a diverse range of case studies on agrobiodiversity consumption, production, and conservation.

What is Agrobiodiversity?

Agrobiodiversity is the wealth of different plants, animals, and microbes that make up our agricultural systems. It is the menu of different foods we eat. It is the foundation of resilient, sustainable, and nutritious food systems. Learn more.