Bio-diversity

to be implemented by LEADO. Afghanistan s resource base has been negatively affected over the last three decades of conflict coupled with long periods of severe drought. The whole natural ecosystem which once was regarded as one of diverse genetic area, has almost completely been deteriorated in conflicts. The results have been that agricultural research stations have been destroyed, gene banks have been looted, rangelands and forest along with their vital components (wild life) have been depleted. Some plants species whose wild ancestors are found in Afghanistan are in the state of extinction. The project focuses on identifying, listing and collecting the different type of plants in Afghanistan. It will establish and preserve endangered and useful gene pools and will provide education and research opportunities in the field of landscaping and botany as well as documenting information by using up to date technology and utilizing the site as a Living Lab resource. It will also advance the education and awareness of the public, particularly students, in biodiversity, horticulture, botany and the environment through the provision of classes, workshops, short courses, out-reach programs, publications, participating opportunities and other media promotion.

Afghanistan