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Good plant records are the foundation of conservation work. We formalise that belief through partnerships with the organisations that represent botanic gardens globally and across Australia and New Zealand.
Botanic Gardens Conservation International
BGCI and IrisBG sign MOA to strengthen global plant conservation efforts.
Urgent plant conservation action is more critical than ever. BGCI (Botanic Gardens Conservation International) and IrisBG announce they have officially formalized their longstanding relationship with a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA). As the largest global plant conservation network, BGCI promotes efficient and rational approaches to plant conservation within botanic gardens. IrisBG is the leading botanical collection management software dedicated to providing effective plant records management. It is committed to cultivating a community that actively contributes to worldwide research and conservation efforts.
At the core of our MOA is the understanding that reliable and comprehensive plant collection data is vital to advancing botanical conservation initiatives. BGCI and IrisBG will work together to inspire enhanced record-keeping practices, improve data standards, and encourage the development of data-driven analytics. This initiative aims to make information about plant species and populations more accessible, thereby fostering a collaborative environment in the ongoing effort to conserve plant diversity.
This collaboration is set to foster informed, collaborative, and collective decision-making essential for managing and safeguarding the world’s plant diversity. Additionally, BGCI and IrisBG will explore opportunities to harness novel approaches, tools, and technologies that enhance data capture, monitoring, and accessibility of plant conservation data.
With this joint venture, the two organizations will continue the fight against plant extinction and biodiversity loss, reinforcing their commitment to protecting and preserving the world’s botanical heritage.
“Botanical gardens conserve more than a third of plant diversity in their living collections and seed banks. It is essential that this material, and its associated data, is shared and used for species recovery and habitat restoration. We are delighted to be working with IRISBG to raise data standards, and to ensure that plant material and associated information is used to prevent plant species extinctions.”
“We at IrisBG are thrilled to officially formalize and share our longstanding relationship with BGCI, with the hope that it will inspire botanical gardens, arboreta, and research institutions to put the value on the record-keeping and conservation efforts that are so direly needed. With a shared vision to create a dynamic and streamlined botanic garden data ecosystem, we will work together to empower botanical gardens with innovative and user-friendly tools to collaborate, share, and analyze their living collections data.”
Botanic Gardens Conservation International (BGCI) (opens in a new tab) plays a key role in empowering and supporting botanic gardens to enhance their capacity to manage plant diversity and advance plant conservation efforts. As the leading global network for botanic gardens engaged in plant conservation, BGCI’s mission is to mobilise botanic gardens and engage a broad range of partners in securing plant diversity for the benefit of both people and the planet. The organisation serves as a global knowledge hub, providing access to best practices, training, resources, and expert guidance to support botanic gardens in their conservation activities.
Botanic Gardens Australia & New Zealand
Botanic Gardens Australia & New Zealand partners with IrisBG to advance plant conservation and biodiversity.
Botanic Gardens Australia & New Zealand (BGANZ) and IrisBG are delighted to announce a long-term partnership combining IrisBG’s expertise in plant collections management and curation with BGANZ’s purpose to uplift botanic gardens, nurturing a deeper appreciation for plants, and fostering plant conservation.
Connecting BGANZ’s network of 120 botanic gardens, arboreta and allied institutions across Australia and New Zealand with IrisBG’s community-focused plant collections system will be remarkable and innovative in the way both organizations address the need for data sharing to combat the effects of climate change on the natural world.
Botanic gardens play a vital role in addressing the pressing issues we face, including critical challenges like plant biodiversity loss and climate change. The BGANZ-IrisBG partnership is set to empower gardens with the essential tools needed for effective conservation, biodiversity protection, restoration, and public education. Together, we will leverage skills in botanical data management, knowledge sharing, training, and policy advocacy to equip gardens across the region.
We eagerly anticipate the release of collaborative annual projects for the BGANZ network members, starting with the “Beginners Guide to Plant Accessioning” in 2025. As a testament to its commitment to the partnership, IrisBG has developed a BGANZ member benefit that offers BGANZ members an advantageous discount on IrisBG licenses and services.
“BGANZ is delighted to partner with IrisBG, as developing comprehensive plant data records and management systems within botanic gardens is essential for effective conservation work. By uplifting our members, we assist them to safeguard our flora, ensuring that vital species are preserved, studied and protected for future generations.”
“We at IrisBG are excited to collaborate with the BGANZ community to optimize the record-keeping of their plant collections. We promote knowledge sharing, data and botanical material exchange, and regional and global conservation efforts where high-quality data is key. This partnership will provide BGANZ members with innovative resources and support to strengthen collection management to benefit current and future generations.”
Since 2004, BGANZ (opens in a new tab) has served as the peak body representing botanic gardens across Australia and New Zealand, fostering a vision where plants are valued and protected. Their initiatives advocate for government and industry policies that advance botanic gardens and promote community awareness of their valuable contributions to conservation.
For BGANZ members
Members of BGANZ are eligible for an advantageous discount on IrisBG licences and services.
All active BGANZ members are eligible for an advantageous discount on IrisBG licences and services. The BGANZ-IrisBG partnership is dedicated to enhancing the efforts of botanical gardens across Australia and New Zealand. An important mission of this partnership is to equip gardens with the high-quality plant records necessary to successfully manage a botanical collection.
Maintaining healthy plant records is essential for connecting with fellow gardens for seed and plant exchanges, contributing to meaningful research, and preserving invaluable knowledge for visitors and staff.
BGANZ members will get access to the BGANZ-IrisBG benefit by contacting IrisBG with their BGANZ membership receipt. The receipt must confirm valid membership for the year you intend to make your purchase and your BGANZ member tier level. Special discounts will be available on IrisBG licences and services based on your membership tier.
Provide a BGANZ membership receipt confirming valid membership and tier level.
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Our standard rates are published on the pricing page, and you can see which institutions already use IrisBG in our list of users.
Whether you are a BGANZ member, a BGCI garden or an institution somewhere else entirely, we would like to hear from you.
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