Genebanks for Animal Genetic Resources in Europe: Quality Management System as a tool to improve their operation

C. Danchin*, Danijela Bojkovski, D. Duclos, M. Neuteboom, M.A. Schoon, F.T. Ampudia, Michele Tixier-Boichard, S.J. Hiemstra

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Abstract

In order to safeguard farm animal genetic diversity for current and future use, reinforcement of national genebank strategies is needed as an important complementary measure next to maintenance and improvement of live breeding populations. A Quality Management System (QMS) is an important tool to integrate the needs of various stakeholders into the genebank strategy, to mitigate risks associated with collections’ management and to professionalize the genebank operations and protocols. A peer review system, where genebank staff visit and review other genebanks, was tested and appeared to be an effective tool to enhance the further development of the strategies of individual genebanks, their operations and impact. For instance the peer review was an opportunity to exchange about collection and freezing protocols, advises were given to better organize storage of genetic material and data management, or more general recommendation were done such as suggesting to develop a better communication strategy.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of 12th World Congress on Genetics Applied to Livestock Production (WCGALP)
Subtitle of host publicationTechnical and species orientated innovations in animal breeding, and contribution of genetics to solving societal challenges
EditorsR.F. Veerkamp, Y. de Haas
Place of PublicationWageningen
PublisherWageningen Academic Publishers
Pages1021-1024
Number of pages4
ISBN (Electronic)9789086869404
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2022
EventWorld Congress on Genetics Applied to Livestock Production (2022) - Rotterdam, Netherlands
Duration: 3 Jul 20228 Jul 2022

Conference/symposium

Conference/symposiumWorld Congress on Genetics Applied to Livestock Production (2022)
Abbreviated titleWCGALP 2022
Country/TerritoryNetherlands
CityRotterdam
Period3/07/228/07/22

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