ABSTRACT
The specific objectives of the Xiding gene bank collect seeds from current and ancient local crop varieties, demonstrate them to local farmers and make them available through seed exchange. The main functions of the community gene bank are conservation, demonstration of Xiding's crop diversity and the organization of biodiversity fairs, which help to connect the past with the future by ensuring the continuing availability of genetic resources for research, breeding and improved seed delivery. The research team has identified some effective ways to create an enabling policy and legal environment. The research team has also proposed the establishment of a traditional variety protection system based on farmers' rights that encourages farmers to participate in regional and national germplasm conservation projects. A series of laws and provincial and local regulations, promulgated in Yunnan, had an impact on the conservation and sustainable use of agricultural biodiversity.
