THEMATIC GROUPS

The OSG network includes several thematic subgroups which help to focus our activities.

GLOBAL TRADE

Chaired by Tamara Tockton and Hong Liu, the Global Trade Programme provides expertise on the trade and use of orchids - this part of OSG has a stand-alone website. See:

https://globalorchidtrade.wixsite.com

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EX SITU

Currebtly chaired by Emily Coffey, the aim of the Ex situ Conservation Group is to promote and exchange information about orchid seed storage, micropropagation and the cultivation of orchids in living collections.

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IN SITU

The In Situ Conservation Group has been reformed with Jacopo Calevo and Benjamin Crain as co-chairs. The subgroup supports the conservation of orchids in their natural habitats. They have a stand-alone website. See:

https://www.orchidsinsitu.com/

MOLECULAR

Chaired by Katarina Nargar and Roberta Gargiulo, this subgroup focuses on molecular techniques for species identification.

REGIONAL GROUPS

The OSG network also includes several regional subgroups.

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ASIA

We are a network of individuals and organisations that work towards improving knowledge and raising awareness of the taxonomy, ecology and conservation of Asia’s native orchids. Our subgroup has a stand-alone website. See:

www.osgasia.org

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NORTH AMERICA

Members of the North American Regional Group are involved in all aspects of conservation from Red List assessment to education, from demographic studies and habitat management to fungal symbiosis studies leading to reintroduction.

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SOUTH AMERICA

Members of the South American Regional Group contribute to a wide range of conservation efforts, including Red List evaluations, public outreach, population research, habitat stewardship, fungal symbiosis research, and species reintroduction initiatives.

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AFRICA

Members of the Africa and Madagascar Regional Group support diverse conservation activities, from assessing species for the Red List and engaging local communities to conducting field research, protecting habitats, studying ecological relationships, and advancing reintroduction programs.