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Southern Plains Agricultural Research Center
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The mission of the Southern Plains Agricultural Research Center (SPARC) is to conduct research that:
Specific projects at the Center are diverse and include:
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plant biotechnology
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improved control methodologies for pathogens and nematodes attacking cotton
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improved aerial application of agricultural chemicals
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germplasm enhancement of cotton, sorghum, forage grasses, and pecans
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effective and environmentally-sound approaches for areawide management of the boll weevil, corn earworm, corn rootworm, and other serious insect pests
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enhanced microbiological safety of meat products reaching the consumer
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development of methods to minimize antibiotic resistance in food poisoning pathogens affecting livestock and poultry
Center scientists have a strong commitment to the solution of significant agricultural problems and to the timely and effective transfer to appropriate users of technology developed through their research.
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Last Modified: 09/10/2008
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