Climate change and soil degradation threaten the genetic diversity and productivity of wheat in dryland regions across the Middle East, North Africa, Central Asia, and beyond. This webinar convenes leading scientists, genetic resource specialists, and agricultural experts to explore the critical role of plant genetic conservation and management in building climate-resilient food systems. Participants will discover how safeguarding crop diversity, managing genetic resources, and utilizing landraces and wild relatives can strengthen wheat adaptation in water-scarce environments while ensuring long-term food security.




