Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture. The treaty recognizes that plant genetic resources are essential for achieving global food security through efficient and reliable agriculture.FAO International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture. Explanatory guide to the International treaty on plant genetic resources for food and agriculture. Authors: Moore, Gerald, Tymowski, Witold,. The report emphasizes the importance of an integrated approach to the management of plant genetic resources for food and agriculture. 2002. The International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture. It was signed in 2001 in Madrid, and entered into force on 29 June 2004. Goodman Manufacturing offers a range of affordable air conditioning, packaged units, heat pumps and gas furnaces for residential heating and cooling needs.