What is a Seed Bank A seed bank is a place that stores seeds from different plant species to preserve genetic diversity and ensure the survival of plants for future generations: Purpose Seed banks are a type of gene bank that help conserve the world's genetic resources. They are used by scientists, plant breeders, and farmers to: Develop new crop varieties that are more resilient to climate change Preserve the genes of rare or imperiled plant species Preserve the historical and cultural value of