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National Program Leader For:

• COCOA, COFFEE, AND ALTERNATIVE CROPS RESEARCH
  
  Accession Number: 49113
  
  
• STAFFING AND OPERATION FOR NATIONAL CLONAL REPOSITORIES FOR PLANT GERMPLASM
  
  Accession Number: 141156
  
  
• INFORMATION TRANSFER - GENETIC RESOURCES
  
  Accession Number: 142364
  
  
• EVALUATION OF GERMPLASM OF HORTICULTURAL AND SUGARCROPS
  
  Accession Number: 145745
  
  
• Floriculture and Nursery Research Initiative
  
  Accession Number: 402626
  
  
• INTERNATIONAL AND DOMESTIC COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS
  
  Accession Number: 411689
  
  
• INTERNATIONAL AND DOMESTIC COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS
  
  Accession Number: 418390
  
  
• Management of Temperate-Adapted Fruit, Nut, and Specialty Crop Genetic Resources and Associated Information
  
  Accession Number: 423186
  
  
• Genetic Resource Management of National Small Grains Collection and Associated Information
  
  Accession Number: 424394
  
  
• Pecan Improvement through Breeding and Genetics
  
  Accession Number: 424405
  
  
• Maize Genetic Stock Management and Utilization
  
  Accession Number: 424477
  
  
• Management and Evaluation of Woody Landscape Plant Germplasm Resources and Associated Information
  
  Accession Number: 424481
  
  
• Genetic Diversity Assessment of Cacao and Other Tropical Tree Crop Genetic Resources
  
  Accession Number: 424482
  
  
• Pacific Tropical/Subtropical Fruit and Nut Genetic Resource Management and Sustainable Production Systems
  
  Accession Number: 424486
  
  
• Genomic Analyses and Management of Agricultural and Industrial Microbial Genetic Resources and Associated Information
  
  Accession Number: 424489
  
  
• Management of Plant Genetic Resources and Associated Information
  
  Accession Number: 424494
  
  
• Management of Genetic Resources & Associated Information for Grape, Tree Fruit, Tree Nut, & Other Specialty Crops to Mediterranean Climates
  
  Accession Number: 424506
  
  
• Management of Arid Land Plant Genetic Resources and Associated Information
  
  Accession Number: 424516
  
  
• Management of Crop Genetic Resources and Associated Information
  
  Accession Number: 424517
  
  
• Plant and Microbial Genetic Resource Preservation and Quality Assessment
  
  Accession Number: 424525
  
  
• Management of Genetic Resources and Associated Information for Selected Vegetable Crops
  
  Accession Number: 424541
  
  
• Temperate Forage Legume Genetic Resource Management, Characterization, and Evaluation
  
  Accession Number: 424547
  
  
• Management of Tropical/Subtropical Plant Genetic Resources and Associated Information
  
  Accession Number: 424562
  
  
• Germplasm Regeneration, Characterization, Evaluation and Phytosanitary Assessment of Quarantined and Tropically-Adapted Genetic Resources
  
  Accession Number: 424573
  
  
• Develop, Deploy, and Operate GRIN-Global, the Information Management System for Plant Genetic Resources
  
  Accession Number: 424577
  
  
• Management and Characterization of Citrus and Date Genetic Resources and Associated Information
  
  Accession Number: 424578
  
  
• Plant Genetic Resource Acquisition and Conservation Strategies, International Germplasm ... for the U.S. National Plant Germplasm System
  
  Accession Number: 424583
  
  
• Innovations that Improve the Efficiency and Effectiveness of Managing and Preserving Ex Situ Plant Germplasm Collections
  
  Accession Number: 424585
  
  
• Conservation, Characterization, and Evaluation of Plant Genetic Resources and Associated Information
  
  Accession Number: 424588
  
  
• Acquisition of Plant Genetic Resources through Domestic and International Plant Explorations and Associated Capacity-Building Partnerships
  
  Accession Number: 424601
  
  
• Conservation, Genetic Analyses, and Utilization of Subtropical/Tropical Fruit Crops, Sugarcane, and Miscanthus Genetic Resources
  
  Accession Number: 424610
  
  
• Potato Genetic Resource Management, Characterization, and Evaluation
  
  Accession Number: 424613
  
  
• Genetic Characterization, Taxonomy, and Acquisition of Genetic Resources for Carrot, Potato, and Their Related Wild Species
  
  Accession Number: 424614
  
  
• Management of Apple, Cold-Hardy Grape, and Tart Cherry Genetic Resources and Associated Information
  
  Accession Number: 424615
  
  
• Management and Characterization of Pecan (Carya) Genetic Resources and Related Wild Populations
  
  Accession Number: 424618
  
  
• Conservation, Genetic Analyses, and Utilization of Cotton Genetic Resources
  
  Accession Number: 424619
  
  
• Broadening the Genetic Base of U.S. Maize with Genes from Unadapted Germplasm
  
  Accession Number: 424642
  
  
• Genetic Enhancement of the U.S. Maize Genepool with Unadapted Maize Germplasm
  
  Accession Number: 424734
  
  
• Genetic Characterization, Genetic Improvement, and Best Horticultural Management Practices for Subtropical/Tropical Ornamental Germplasm
  
  Accession Number: 424999
  
  
• Genetic Improvement of Cacao Through Genomics-Assisted Breeding
  
  Accession Number: 425197
  
  
• Taxonomy of Landscape Trees and Shrubs
  
  Accession Number: 425386
  
  
• International and Domestic Cooperative Agreements
  
  Accession Number: 425614
  
  
• Management Strategies to Improve Subtropical/Tropical Fruit Crop Production
  
  Accession Number: 426143
  
  
• Sustainable Production Systems for Cacao
  
  Accession Number: 426238
  
  
• Characterizing and Detecting Pathogens to Ensure Safe Exchange of Plant Germplasm
  
  Accession Number: 432649
  
  
• Developing Pathogen- and Plant-Based Genetic Tools for Breeding Disease Resistance in Theobroma cacao
  
  Accession Number: 432718
  
  

Publications (Clicking on the reprint icon will take you to the publication reprint.)

Global access to maize germplasm provided by the U.S. National Plant Germplasm System and by U.S. plant breeders -

Kurtz, B., Gardner, C.A., Millard, M.J., Bretting, P.K., Nickson, T., Smith, J.C. 2015. Global access to maize germplasm provided by the U.S. National Plant Germplasm System and by U.S. plant breeders. Crop Science. 56(3):931-941.

Procedures and best management practices for genetically engineered traits in USDA/ARS germplasm and breeding lines -

Greene, S.L., Blalock, J., Gardner, C.A., Hellier, B.C., Mcgrath, J.M., Nelson, R.L., Percy, R.G., Scorza, R., Scott, R.A., Yeater, K.M., Bretting, P.K. 2015. Procedures and best management practices for genetically engineered traits in USDA/ARS germplasm and breeding lines. Meeting Abstract. Crop Science Society of America, Minneapolis, MN. Nov. 15-18, 2015.

The vulnerability of US apple (Malus) genetic resources -

Volk, G.M., Chao, C.T., Norelli, J.L., Brown, S.K., Fazio, G., Peace, C., Mcferson, J., Zhong, G., Bretting, P.K. 2015. The vulnerability of US apple (Malus) genetic resources. Genetic Resources and Crop Evolution. 62(5):765-794. DOI: 10.1007/s10722-014-0194-2.

Using the GRIN-Global System to Identify Useful Plant Genetic Resources & Information -

Gardner, C.A., Cyr, P.D., Millard, M.J., Gu, L.M., Reisinger, M.A., Emberland, G.P., Sinnott, Q.P., Chung, J.C., Kinard, G.R., Bretting, P.K. 2012. Using the GRIN-Global System to Identify Useful Plant Genetic Resources & Information. Agronomy Society of America, Crop Science Society of America, Soil Science Society of America Meeting. Abstract 259-4.

The GRIN-Global Information Management System – Public Interface Demonstration and Input Opportunity -

Cyr, P.D., Gardner, C.A., Little, R.E., Gu, L.M., Weaver, B.E., Millard, M.J., Emberland, G.P., Reisinger, M.A., Sinnott, Q.P., Kinard, G.R., Mackay, M., Guarino, L., Bretting, P.K. 2011. The GRIN-Global Information Management System – Public Interface Demonstration and Input Opportunity. Plant and Animal Genome Conference. Abstract C904, p. 267.

GRIN-Global: An International Project to Develop a Global Plant Genebank and Information Management System -

Cyr, P.D., Weaver, B., Millard, M.J., Gardner, C.A., Bohning, M.A., Emberland, G.P., Sinnott, Q.P., Kinard, G.R., Franco, T., Mackay, M., Guarino, L., Bretting, P.K. 2009. GRIN-Global: An International Project to Develop a Global Plant Genebank and Information Management System [abstract]. Plant & Animal Genome XVII: International Conference on the Status of Plant & Animal Genome Research. Poster abstract number 800, p. 136.

GRIN-Global: An International Project to Develop a Global Plant Genebank Information Management System -

Postman, J.D., Bretting, P.K., Kinard, G.R., Cyr, P.D., Weaver, B., Millard, M.J., Gardner, C.A., Bohning, M.A., Emberland, G.P., Sinnott, Q.P., Ayala Silva, T., Hummer, K.E., Franco, T., Mackay, M., Guarino, L. 2010. GRIN-Global: An International Project to Develop a Global Plant Genebank Information Management System. Acta Horticulturae. 859:49-55.

The GRIN-Global Information Management System – A Preview and Opportunity for Public User Input -

Cyr, P.D., Little, R.E., Weaver, B.E., Millard, M.J., Gardner, C.A., Emberland, G.P., Reisinger, M.A., Sinnott, Q.P., Kinard, G.R., Bretting, P.K. 2010. The GRIN-Global Information Management System – A Preview and Opportunity for Public User Input [abstract]. Plant and Animal Genome XVII Conference. P800.

GRIN-Global: An International Project to Develop a Global Plant Genebank and Information Management System -

Cyr, P.D., Weaver, B.E., Millard, M.J., Gardner, C.A., Bohning, M.A., Emberland, G.P., Sinnott, Q.P., Kinard, G.R., Franco, T., Mackay, M., Guarino, L., Postman, J.D., Hummer, K.E., Ayala Silva, T., Bretting, P.K. 2009. GRIN-Global: An International Project to Develop a Global Plant Genebank and Information Management System [abstract]. 21st Annual AAIC Meeting-The Next Generation of Industrial Crops, Processes, and Products. p. 46.

A global portal enabling worldwide access to information on conservation and use of biodiversity for food and agriculture -

Arnaud, E., Dias, S., Mackay, M., Cyr, P.D., Gardner, C.A., Bretting, P.K., Kinard, G.R., Guarino, L. 2010. A global portal enabling worldwide access to information on conservation and use of biodiversity for food and agriculture. In: Maurer, L., Tochtermann, K. Information and Communication Technologies for Biodiversity Conservation and Agriculture. Aachen, Germany: Shaker Verlag. p. 173-186.

GRIN-Global: An International Project to Develop a Global Plant Genebank and Information Management System -

Bretting, P.K., Kinard, C.E., Cyr, P.D., Weaver, B., Millard, M.J., Gardner, C.A., Bohning, M.A., Emberland, G.P., Sinnott, Q.P., Postman, J.D., Hummer, K.E., Ayala Silva, T., Franco, T., Mackay, M., Gaurino, L. 2009. GRIN-Global: An International Project to Develop a Global Plant Genebank and Information Management System. Meeting Abstract. 44(4):1179.

GRIN-Global: An International Project to Develop a Global Plant Genebank and Information Management System -

Cyr, P.D., Weaver, B., Millard, M.J., Gardner, C.A., Bohning, M.A., Emberland, G.P., Sinnott, Q.P., Kinard, G.R., Bretting, P.K. 2009. GRIN-Global: An International Project to Develop a Global Plant Genebank and Information Management System. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts.

GRIN-Global: An International Project to Develop a Global Plant Genebank and Information Management System -

Cyr, P.D., Weaver, B., Millard, M.J., Gardner, C.A., Bohning, M.A., Emberland, G.P., Sinnott, Q.P., Kinard, G.R., Postman, J.D., Franco, T., Mackay, M., Guarino, L., Bretting, P.K. 2009. GRIN-Global: An International Project to Develop a Global Plant Genebank and Information Management System. Proceedings American Society of Horticultural Sciences. HORTSCIENCE. 44(4):1179.

GRIN-Global: An International Project to Develop a Global Plant Genebank and Information Management System -

Cyr, P.D., Weaver, B.E., Millard, M.J., Gardner, C.A., Bohning, M.A., Emberland, G.P., Sinnott, Q.P., Kinard, G.R., Franco, T., Mackay, M., Guarino, L., Postman, J.D., Hummer, K.E., Ayala Silva, T., Bretting, P.K. 2009. GRIN-Global: An International Project to Develop a Global Plant Genebank and Information Management System [abstract]. Maize Genetics Conference Abstracts. 51:P43.

Gene banks offer breeders access to germplasm: Germplasm collections help to preserve genetic diversity -

Robbins, J., Widrlechner, M.P., Olsen, R.T., Reed, S.M., Meerow, A.W., Hummer, K.E., Bretting, P.K., Allenstein, P., Krautmann, M. 2008. Gene banks offer breeders access to germplasm: Germplasm collections help to preserve genetic diversity. Nursery Management and Production. 24(5):53-58.

PHYLOGENETIC RELATIONSHIPS AMONG NORTH AMERICAN POPCORNS AND THEIR EVOLUTIONARY LINKS TO MEXICAN AND SOUTH AMERICAN POPCORNS -

Santacruz-Varela, A., Widrlechner, M.P., Ziegler, K.E., Salvador, R.J., Millard, M.J., Bretting, P.K. 2004. Phylogenetic relationships among North American popcorns and their evolutionary links to Mexican and South American popcorns. Crop Science. 44: 1456-1467.

DYNAMIC CONSERVATION OF PLANT GENETIC RESOURCES -

ADAPTING THE CONTENT OF A TRADITIONAL COURSE FOR DELIVERY VIA THE WORLD WIDE WEB (WWW) -

ALLOZYME VARIATION IN DOMESTICATED HELIANTHUS ANNUUS AND WILD RELATIVES -

GENETIC VULNERABILITY AND EROSION IN ANNUAL CROPS -

ALLOZYME VARIATION IN DOMESTICATED HELIANTHUS ANNUUS AND WILD RELATIVES: A SURVEY OF SELECTED ACCESSIONS FROM THE NATIONAL PLANT GERMPLASM SYSTEM -

GENETIC MARKERS AND HORTICULTURAL GERMPLASM MANAGEMENT -

ISOZYME GENETIC MARKERS AND HELIANTHUS GERMPLASM MANAGEMENT -

ISOZYME GENETIC MARKERS AND HELIANTHUS GERMPLASM MANAGEMENT -

IMAGE-INTEGRATED COMPUTER CATALOGING OF MAIZE GERMPLASM -

MANAGING LARGE DIVERSE GERMPLASM COLLECTIONS -

THE CO-EVOLUTION OF MAIZE AND HUMAN CULTURES: AN INTERDISCIPLINARY APPROACH -

MAIZE GENETIC RESOURCE MANAGEMENT -

DEVELOPMENT OF AN INTERDISCIPLINARY RESEARCH APPROACH FOR UNDERSTANDING THECO-EVOLUTION OF MAIZE AND HUMAN CULTURE -