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Virtual Library Resource (VLR)
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ABSCH-VLR-SCBD-200666-3   |   PDF   |   Print   |  
published: 21 Mar 2014 last updated: 04 Aug 2016

General information
ABS information kit: Traditional Knowledge
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Secretariat of the Convention of Biological Diversity
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2011-01
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Information on the content of the resource
Despite rapid recent advances in the scientific study of genetics, it is important to recognize that knowledge of the properties and benefits of biological resources is not simply a modern phenomenon. For centuries, communities around the world have learned used and passed on traditional knowledge about local biodiversity, and how it can be used for a range of important purposes. From food and medicine, clothing and shelter, to developing skills and practices for agriculture and animal husbandry.
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Keywords for facilitating searching for information in the clearing-houses
  • Aichi-T16. Nagoya Protocol on ABS
  • GBF-T13. Fair and equitable sharing of benefits from genetic resources, digital sequence information and associated traditional knowledge
Additional Information
The Portuguese versions of these materials have been graciously provided by the Government of Brazil
Migrated information
Format: Text document (e.g. adobe acrobat reader or Word)
Target Groups

Civil society organizations
General public
Government officials
Indigenous peoples and local communities
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