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Elliott, Norman C
Research Leader
norman.elliott@ars.usda.gov
(405) 624-4141
USDA, ARS, SPA 1301 N. WESTERN ROAD Stillwater OK 74075
Mission:
The mission of Wheat, Peanut and Other Field Crops Research is to 1) develop cereal crop germplasm with inherent protection against insects and environmental growth stresses by using genetic techniques; 2) define biological and cultural control methods, life histories, genetics, biochemical interactions, and economic importance and develop improved agroecosystem management systems; 3) develop basic peanut germplasm for use in breeding programs to improve peanut cultivars in Southwest peanut-growing areas, with emphasis on host resistance to disease, environmental stress, and nutritional qualities; 4) develop basic knowledge of mechanisms that convey resistance in peanut to diseases and environmental stress.
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Last Modified: 10/17/2008
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