Importance of Agrobiodiversity

• Direct value: Food, medicine, fuel, fodder, fiber, building materials.
• Indirect value:
• Atmosphere and climatic regulation.
• Pollination and nutrient recycling.
• Cultural, spiritual and Aesthetic.
• Non-use value:
• Potential value: Future value.
• Existence value: Value of knowing something exists.
• Baquet value: Value of something that will benefit the future generation.

Prospects of Agrobiodiversity

• Increased productivity and food security.
• Reduced pressure on agricultural land.
• Sound pest and disease management.
• Conserve soil and increase natural soil fertility.
• Diversify products and income opportunities.
• Maximize effective use of resources.
• Improve human nutrition.