Welcome to NGRL!

The activities of the National Germplasm Resources Lab is to help the National Genetic Resources Program () provide a continuous flow of genes from source to end use, a continuum that keeps high-yielding varieties on the market; improves the quality of agricultural products; minimizes production costs; reduces dependence on pesticides, thus enhancing the quality of the environment; and minimizes the vulnerability of agriculturally important germplasm to pests and environmental stresses.

The NGRP comprises a network of cooperating institutions, agencies, and research units in the Federal, State and Private sectors.

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Last updated: 14 February 2002

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