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OverviewIn the US, the critical task of preserving plant genetic resources is the responsibility of the National Plant Germplasm System (NPGS). This book outlines the importance and status of plant genetic conservation and evaluates NPGS's multifaceted operations. It also includes two options for revamping NPGS within the US Department of Agriculture. Full Product DetailsAuthor: National Research Council , Board on Agriculture , Committee on Managing Global Genetic Resources: Agricultural Imperatives , National Academy of SciencesPublisher: National Academies Press Imprint: National Academies Press Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 1.30cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.499kg ISBN: 9780309043908ISBN 10: 0309043905 Pages: 196 Publication Date: 01 February 1990 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of Contents1 Front Matter; 2 Executive Summary; 3 1 Managing Crop Genetic Resources; 4 2 Elements of the National Plant Germplasm System; 5 3 Administration of the National System; 6 4 Prescription for Effectiveness; 7 References; 8 Glossary; 9 Abbreviations; 10 Authors; 11 IndexReviewsAuthor InformationCommittee on Managing Global Genetic Resources: Agricultural Imperatives, National Research Council Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |