Gene Campaign

Gene Campaign is a non-governmental organization (NGO) based in India that focuses on the conservation of genetic resources, sustainable agriculture, and the rights of farmers. Founded in 1993 by Dr. Suman Sahai, the organization works to protect the genetic diversity of crops and promote policies that support the livelihoods of small and marginal farmers.

Objectives

Gene Campaign aims to:

• Conserve genetic resources and biodiversity.
• Promote sustainable agricultural practices.
• Advocate for farmers' rights and food sovereignty.
• Influence policy-making to support small and marginal farmers.

Activities

Gene Campaign engages in various activities to achieve its objectives, including:

• Conducting research on genetic resources and sustainable agriculture.
• Organizing workshops and training programs for farmers.
• Lobbying for policy changes at the national and international levels.
• Raising awareness about the importance of genetic diversity and sustainable farming practices.

Achievements

Some of the notable achievements of Gene Campaign include:

• Successfully lobbying for the inclusion of farmers' rights in the Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers' Rights Act, 2001.
• Establishing seed banks to conserve traditional crop varieties.
• Conducting extensive research on the impact of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) on agriculture and the environment.

Founder

Dr. Suman Sahai, the founder of Gene Campaign, is a renowned geneticist and activist. She has been a vocal advocate for the rights of farmers and the conservation of genetic resources. Dr. Sahai has received several awards for her contributions to agriculture and genetic research.

Related Pages

• Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers' Rights Act, 2001
• Genetically modified organisms
• Sustainable agriculture
• Biodiversity
• Seed bank

See Also

• Non-governmental organization
• Food sovereignty
• Agricultural policy

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