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Plant genomes are the index that will allow plant breeders and researchers to access the information contained in the world's seed banks, with each allele linking germplasm, genotype and phenotype. The journal endorses the international DivSeek initiative and will work with authors to ensure access to phenotype data linked to published genetic data.