On the 25^th of February 2025, representatives from the National Gene Bank of Zimbabwe and Community Technology Development Trust (CTDT)deposited 1110 accessions of different crop varieties in the Svalbard Global Seed Vault, ensuring long-term conservation of important crop diversity. Some of these seeds came directly from farmers’ community seed banks, showcasing the value of their knowledge and active role in conservation and sustainable use of Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture PGRFA whilst creating resilient seeds. This achievement would not have been possible without the support of multiple actors who collaborated with farmers from local level implementation all the way to shipping the seeds to the Svalbard Gloval Seed vault. Through the Crop Trust supported Biodiversity, Opportunities and Livelihoods Development (BOLD) project, Zimbabwe marks its commitment to preserving agricultural heritage in the face of climate change and food security challenges. Oxfam Novib has worked hand in hand with Community Technology Development Trust (CTDT) for over two decades, promoting farmers’ knowledge and community seed banks. Below are three notable aspects of this important achievement.