The U.S. National Plant Germplasm System

The U.S. National Plant Germplasm System
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Publisher : Haworth Press
Total Pages : 196
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ISBN-10 : 0309043905
ISBN-13 : 9780309043908
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Book Synopsis The U.S. National Plant Germplasm System by : Committee on Managing Global Genetic Resources: Agricultural Imperatives

Download or read book The U.S. National Plant Germplasm System written by Committee on Managing Global Genetic Resources: Agricultural Imperatives and published by Haworth Press. This book was released on 1991 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the United States, the critical task of preserving our plant genetic resources is the responsibility of the National Plant Germplasm System (NPGS). NPGS undergoes a thorough analysis in this book, which offers wide-ranging recommendations for equipping the agency to better meet U.S. needsâ€"and lead international conservation efforts. The book outlines the importance and status of plant genetic conservation and evaluates NPGS's multifaceted operations. Two options for revamping NPGS within the U.S. Department of Agriculture are included.


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