MINUTES OF THE WHEAT CROP GERMPLASM COMMITTEE
formerly the Wheat Crop Advisory Committee
15 November, 1995.
Dallas, TX, USA.
Committee members in attendance were T.S. Cox (Chairman),
R.F. Line (Vice-Chairman), H. Bockelman (ex officio), R. Busch,
S. Jones, J. Quick, B. Skovmand, and G. Waines. Seven members
were absent.
In addition to the WCAC members, many members of
the National Wheat Improvement Committee also attended the meeting.
The minutes of the 1994 meeting as published in the
1995 Annual Wheat Newsletter were approved by voice vote.
Germplasm databases.
Reports from M. Bohning on the status of the Germplasm Resources
Information Network (GRIN) database were presented by Bockelman
and Cox, and a report on the CIMMYT database was presented by
Skovmand. Considerable progress has been made in updating and
improving the GRIN database. GRIN is now on Internet's
World Wide Web and Gopher server, and a new PCGRIN is available.
Germplasm acquisition and evaluation.
Bockelman distributed a detailed report on the status of wheat
acquisitions and the evaluation of wheat accessions in the National
Small Grains Collection. The evaluations are progressing at a
good rate. Copies of that report can be obtained from Bockelman.
Core subsets. The
National Plant Germplasm System (NPGS) is strongly encouraging
the creation of Core Subsets. Cox reported on discussions of core
subsets at symposia presented at CSSA and ASHS meetings in 1995.
As at the 1993 and 1994 meetings, there was considerable discussion
of core subsets. Bockelman has developed wheat core subsets that
are being tested.
Status of Wheat and Aegilops monographs.
Waines reported on the future publication of a wheat monograph,
the new monograph on the genus Aegilops by M. van Slageren,
and proceedings of a 1995 workshop on `Old Wheats'.
Revision of the genus Triticum is uncertain.
Acquisition of New Breeding Material.
The subcommittee on New Breeding Material (Bockelman, Busch, Leath,
and Jones) presented a brief report on the role of the WCGC in
improving breeders' access to elite germplasm. There was
considerable discussion regarding how to handle the material,
but no final decisions. The subcommittee will continue to study
the topic and report on their progress in 1996.
Wheat Workers Code of Ethics.
The Wheat Workers Code of Ethics has been modified slightly and
is being considered for wider distribution and application. AWN
41:22; AWN 42:1.
Update of the 1989 Wheat Crop Advisory Report. The WCGC was asked by Allan Stoner, CGC coordinator, to update the 1989 Wheat Crop Advisory Report on germplasm activities, crop vulnerability, collections, and wheat evaluation and enhancement needs. The topic was discussed, and a subcommittee was appointed to review and update the 1989 report by 1 April, 1996.
MINUTES OF THE NATIONAL WHEAT IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE (NWIC) MEETING
16-17 November, 1995.
Dallas, TX, USA.
Attendance.
Committee Members: R.G. Sears, Chair; C.J. Peterson,
Secretary; H.F. Bockelman; P.S. Baenziger; R.H. Busch; B.F. Carver;
R. Karow; F.L. Kolb; R.F. Line; D. Van Sanford; E. Souza. Absent:
R. Frohberg; G. Hareland; L. Joppa; J. Martin; C. Morris; P. Murphy;
W.D. Worrall.
Non-Committee Members: A.A. Atchley, USDA-AMS-PVPO,
Washington, D.C.; T.S. Cox, USDA-ARS, Manhattan, KS; S. Jones,
ARS, Pullman, WA; D. Marshall, Texas A&M, Dallas, TX; J. Raupp,
Kansas State Univ., Manhattan, KS; B. Skovmand, CIMMYT, Mexico;
J. Quick, Colorado State Univ., Ft. Collins, CO.
Preliminaries.
Chairman Sears called the meeting to order, and members
and guests were introduced. Peterson asked for a motion to waive
reading Minutes, which were published in the Annual Wheat Newsletter,
Vol. 40. Van Sanford made the motion; motion carried.
Response to 1994 letters.
Sears indicated that a response was obtained for
one letter sent by the NWIC during the last year. A letter was
sent to Dr. Henry Shands, ARS-NPS expressing NWIC opposition to
the CSSA `Announced Category' proposed for germplasm
registration, which requests NPGS to allow for deposition and
storage of germplasm with restricted distribution. Shands responded
that the CSSA proposal does not reflect a change in ARS or NPGS
policy. The NSSL has several categories of germplasm storage.
Most seed is freely available, but some germplasm stocks are not
freely available. Storage with limited distribution is allowed
when it is in the public interest to do so, and there is sufficient
justification and documentation.
Sears indicated that the `Announced Category'
proposal for germplasm registration has been considered by CSSA
divisions in each of the last three ASA meetings. In 1993, the
proposal was approved by all divisions, but with limited advance
information. In 1994, the proposal was voted down by C1, C7, and
C8 divisions. The Crop Registration Committee also voted against
the proposal in the first two years of consideration. There was
a symposium at the 1995 ASA meeting in which Sears presented arguments
opposing the `Announced Category', and the proposal
again was voted down by C1, C7, and C8 divisions. However, some
confusion remained over the issue, and the CSSA Board of Directors
voted to table discussion of the proposal. It is expected that
two articles will be requested for publication in Agronomy News
to present the opposing views. How CSSA will handle further discussions
and make a final decision is unclear. Sears indicated that further
discussions and input from the NWIC members were needed to determine
the next course of action.
Annual Wheat Newsletter.
John Raupp, Kansas State University, gave an update
on AWN activities during his first year as Editor. Volume 41 was
the second newsletter distributed primarily on computer diskette,
and only 100 hard copies were printed. Volume 41 was 358 pages
with average cost per copy of $10.13. Raupp indicated that diskettes
were available in several word processing formats and that he
had received no complaints regarding the electronic distribution.
No major changes were made in the newsletter format. Approximately
25 % of contributions were received via E-mail, and four private
companies were among new contributors. The AWN was placed on the
Graingenes gopher and is INTERNET accessible.
Annual Wheat Newsletter Treasurer's Report.
1995 Annual Report to NWIC
W.D. Worrall, Treasurer
_________________________________________________________________________
ITEM DEBIT CREDIT BALANCE
_________________________________________________________________________
1. Deposit from NWIC 480.22 480.22
2. NWIC Meeting expenses,
College Park, MD 241.81 238.41
3. Deposits through 6/30/95 5,583.06 5,821.47
4. Mailing request letter 164.00 5,657.47
5. Printing 1,682.30 3,975.17
6. Diskettes 138.42 3,836.75
7. Postage 513.59 3,323.16
8. Additional Contributions 120.00 3,443.16
9. Checks 40.18 3,402.98
_________________________________________________________________________
Corporate sponsorship of the AWN continued to decline
in 1995. However, the overall decline in donations of nearly $2,000
was more than compensated by substantially lower production costs.
For the first time in several years, the AWN will begin a new
year with a positive balance.
Raupp expressed concern over rising postage costs
for overseas distribution. NWIC members recommended shipment via
surface mail in instances where airmail costs were prohibitive,
rather than charge individuals for postage. Sears suggested that
a letter of appreciation to Raupp and Worrall was in order for
their excellent management of the AWN activities during their
first year of duties. The Committee concurred, and a letter will
be prepared and distributed.
Crop Germplasm Committee report.
Cox summarized discussions and actions from the Wheat
CGC meeting, held the previous evening. The name of the Crop Advisory
Committee had been changed during the year to Crop Germplasm Committee,
a name that more appropriately describes the Committee's
functions and interests. The CGC has been requested to update
its Strategic Plan by 1 April, 1996. No additional funds for enhancement
were anticipated, but an update on priorities for enhancement,
evaluation, and collection is needed.
The CGC role in introduction and distribution of
elite breeding stocks to breeding programs was discussed at length.
Whether the NSGC could help to coordinate either information flow
or seed distribution remains questionable. Strategies were proposed
to utilize electronic means to announce new elite stocks available
for distribution. Individuals who handle initial seed distributions
were suggested to then forward stocks to the NSGC for subsequent
distribution. After 3 years, stocks would be discarded. Primary
concerns were: 1) obtaining formal permission for secondary distribution
of germplasm and 2) how to handle requests for materials from
outside the US. Bockelman indicated that he would discuss possible
NSGC involvement with NPS staff, then develop formal protocols
as appropriate. In subsequent discussions with NPS, it was determined
that permission for secondary distribution of elite stocks could
not be reasonably obtained or confirmed. Therefore, the NSGC could
not be involved with secondary distribution of elite breeding
stocks, unless stocks were entered formally into the Small Grains
Collection.
Cox indicated that the CGC will work with the NWIC
in an effort to further promote the Wheat Worker's Code
of Ethics and free germplasm- exchange policies. The CGC also
would support efforts to re-establish a US-coordinated international
wheat nursery program.
NWIC legislative activities.
The 1995 NWIC legislative team consisted of Sears;
Paul Murphy; Ben Handcock, Wheat Quality Council; Duane Grant,
NAWG Research and Energy Committee Chair; and Ron Anderson, Secretary-Treasurer
of the Minnesota Wheat Commission. The group met with ARS Administrator
Dean Plowman and Acting Undersecretary Floyd Horn (now ARS Administrator)
prior to visiting congressional offices. The NWIC Pathology Initiative
was distributed and discussed with agricultural aides in 20 Senate
and House offices. The team also visited Adrianne Euback at the
Office of Management and Budget for the first time.
The NWIC Pathology Initiative was placed into the
1996 Agriculture Appropriations bill three times and deleted three
times. A wheat virology position in Nebraska was the only new
ARS research position funded. Language was included in the Appropriations
bill to encourage support for the Cereal Rust Laboratory, but
no new funds were allocated. Increased funding for the Cereal
Rust Laboratory is a high priority for the Oat and Barley Improvement
Committees, as well as the NWIC. The Oat and Barley groups also
had requested $275,000 for additional technical support at the
ARS Laboratory in Madison, Wisconsin. They succeeded in obtaining
approximately $150,000 of new funds.
Sears indicated that, although not yet successful
in terms of funding, the NWIC efforts have been appreciated by
local Experiment Station administrators and ARS Research Leaders.
Overall visibility for the NWIC and ag research needs have increased.
Sears questioned the current strategy; whether the NWIC Initiative
was currently too diverse, asking for too much money, or if lack
of a focal `champion' in Congress was impeding success.
C. Murphy has urged the NWIC to continue the legislative activity,
indicating that penetration and exposure for the Committee are
increasing. There also is a growing recognition of wheat research
needs by grower groups and commissions and a realization that
they can provide lobbying support to achieve research needs. Sears
was unable to contact NAWG about assistance with future legislative
contacts, but assumed it would be possible. Jim Miller was hired
recently to refill Bruce Knight's position at NAWG. Miller
is from Washington State and was president of NAWG in 1987. Knight
recently has joined Bob Dole's congressional office staff.
Baenziger indicated that the successful effort for
funding ARS virology research in Nebraska was largely due to the
efforts of the Dean of the Agricultural Experiment Station, department
heads in Plant Pathology and Agronomy at UN-L, and the Nebraska
Wheat Board. The UN-L Dean viewed the position as critical and
communicated the need for support to Nebraska congressional delegations.
Nebraska senators, especially Kerry, have been proactive in supporting
the University. Baenziger suggested that the NWIC initiative needed
more active support of deans and universities at the respective
target sites. Sears concurred, indicating that last year Kansas
State University was promoting another building and the priority
for Washington State was building new greenhouses.
CRSEES update.
Baenziger reported that the 1996 CRSEES budget had
been cut by 1.5 % and the Cooperative Extension budget 2.5 %.
The National Research Council recently had published a report
on the current status of the land grant system. A second report
with recommended actions was expected soon. He indicated that
several major changes in federal research and development activities
were under consideration by Congress.
CSSA `Announced Category' for germplasm registration.
Sears initiated discussion on the CSSA `Announced
Category' for germplasm registration by posing three questions.
1) How to respond to the registration `category' issue
for germplasm with restricted distribution, particularly for quantitative
traits such as the Illinois high oil corn germplasm. Gary Heichel,
University of Illinois, has expressed concern over the term `Announced'
and whether it would be recognized as an academic contribution
within the university. 2) How far to push for `free gamete'
exchange and deposition of stocks in working collections. Gametes
are what are truly exchanged, rather than genotypes, which have
rules on their accepted uses. Genotypes can be protected readily
through PVP or Utility Patents, but the protection of a quantitative
trait, or phenotype, should be prohibited. 3) Should registration
allow for limited distribution of unique genes or transformed
lines, such as `Roundup Ready' Soybeans. Appropriate
description and deposition of a molecular probe for tracking a
unique gene could allow both for use of gametes and effective
protection of single genes, effectively excluding quantitative
traits.
Sears indicated that J.H. Barton, Stanford Law School,
was supportive of the NWIC position on germplasm. He recommended
that the NWIC communicate their position to a higher level, such
as Secretary of Agriculture Glickman; the Secretary of State;
the CGIAR Board of Directors; and Floyd Horn, ARS Administrator.
Extensive discussion followed. Baenziger noted that
the Horticulture Society does not have a deposition requirement
for registration and suggested that Crop Science registrations
could be directed to a different journal. He recommended not to
establish a separate registration category, but rather have terms
for distribution clearly stated in the registration articles.
Sears objected to publication of protected germplasm in Crop Science,
regardless of category. It would send a message to state administrators
and the international community that protection, or limited distribution,
of germplasm is an acceptable and encouraged practice. He also
noted that this issue was not a concern of private industry, but
rather only for public institutions. A change in registration
policy would not increase germplasm or variety registrations from
private companies.
Van Sanford commented that Heichel described an in-house
problem of academic credit for germplasm development when distribution
was restricted. Souza questioned the issue of academic integrity
and ability to verify research claims if germplasm was not available
for additional testing. Currently, germplasm release allows for
verification of attributes through access to seed stocks. Baenziger
expressed concern that if nothing was changed in the registration
process, universities would stop sending any materials to the
collection. Kolb objected to MTA statements that restrict availability
of gametes for breeding purposes and claim rights to, or restrict
development of, progenies from crossing. Peterson noted that intellectual
property rights laws such as PVP and Utility Patents, already
are established, and should be promoted as the mechanism, or model,
for germplasm protection in the CSSA registration process. Baenziger
concurred, indicating that from a legal basis, progeny claims
would violate the UPOV agreement. Restrictions on germplasm should
not be allowed that are greater than that currently allowed through
the existing intellectual property rights law.
Peterson suggested that a `statement of principles'
be developed to guide Sears and other NWIC members in their response
to the CSSA `Announced Category' registration proposal
and for other such proposals that would restrict distribution
and use of germplasm for breeding purposes.
1) The NWIC opposes the CSSA `Announced Category' for germplasm
registration as currently written, which allows for registration
without deposition into the National Germplasm Collection and
restricted distribution for breeding purposes. Motion was made by
Baenziger, second by Souza. Motion was unanimously
approved.
2) The NWIC continues to endorse principles of free germplasm
exchange as established in the Wheat Worker's
Code of Ethics.
3) The NWIC endorses CSSA registration of germplasm with
distribution that is no more restrictive than that allowed
in the 1995 Plant Variety Protection law or under current Utility
Patent law. Restrictions placed on germplasm by any institution
should not exceed that of currently available intellectual property
rights law.
Motion to accept these two statements by Baenziger,
second by Karow; unanimously approved.
Sustainable Ag initiatives.
Cox reported that the Land Institute in Salina, KS,
under the direction of Wes Jackson, had received a $50,000 planning
grant from ARS. The grant was to facilitate meetings and discussion
and develop a written proposal on `natural systems agriculture
research', focusing on potential for perennial polyculture
in the Great Plains. It was unclear what would be included in
the proposal, which is due 1 April, 1996, but preliminary discussions
at the Land Institute have been highly controversial.
CIMMYT update.
Skovmand reported that Dr. Timothy Reeves has assumed
the Director General position at CIMMYT. Reeves is an agronomist
with interests in resource management and sustainable agriculture.
The Wheat Program Director position is not yet filled. Reeves
has requested that additional applications be solicited before
selecting candidates for interviews.
CIMMYT funding outlook for 1996 is reasonable, although
US-AID support is still a question. US-AID contributes approximately
30 % of CIMMYT funding. CIMMYT's biotechnology effort has
been funded largely by the United Nations Development Program
(UNDP). Recently, UNDP decided they would no longer fund agricultural
research. They will continue to fund current commitments, but
no new funds for ag research will be made available. No reason
for the policy change has been given.
Test weight issues.
Van Sanford reported on a study commissioned by FGIS
regarding economic impact of current test weight standards. Results
showed that approximately 45 % of grain samples collected from
the soft red winter wheat region were rated under 58 lbs/bu. The
percentage of low test weight samples was far greater in the SRW
region than in the other three wheat regions. Although the data
supported substantial dollar losses to growers, recommendations
of the study were to not change existing test weight standards.
Finney has conducted a large study investigating
the Single Kernel Hardness Tester (SKHT) as a means to replace,
or complement, test weight measurements in soft red wheats. Finney
has shown that the commercial SKHT instrument performs similarly
to the original prototypes. However, there was a problem with
kernel hardness measurements as related to variations in kernel
moisture. The SKHT has done relatively well in predicting `softness
equivalent', or break flour yield, but not in predicting
overall mill yield. Van Sanford expressed his concerned over lack
of progress on the test weight issue, especially because the SKHT
has not yet demonstrated potential to be a reliable milling indicator.
ARS and SAES positions and programs update.
Sears indicated that the funding situation in the Plant Science Unit at Manhattan continued to be critical, with 97 % of funds tied to salaries. Kolb reported on several changes in the SRW region. Jim Holland has replaced Ken Frey in the Iowa State University oat breeding position. Holland also will conduct some wheat evaluations. The University of Wisconsin, Heide Kaeppler was hired as Cereal Breeder and Geneticist, replacing Robert Forsberg who retired last year. Dave Sammons' position at the University of Maryland was filled by Jose Costa. The ARS virology position of Adriana Hewings at Urbana, Illinois was lost because of inadequate funding. Hewings is now ARS Assistant Area Director in Peoria, IL. Dave Livingston's ARS program on oat and barley winterhardiness/physiology has been moved to Raleigh, North Carolina. His program may be expanded to include some wheat research. The BYDV position of Richard Lister at Purdue University was refilled with Keith Perry.
Busch reported on numerous impending retirements
in the HRS region. At the Cereal Rust Laboratory, McVey and Bushnell
were both eligible for retirement, and Alan Roelf's position
was closed. The Rust Laboratory needs an additional $600,000 in
funding to replace critical positions. ARS scientists at Fargo,
North Dakota, eligible for retirement include Williams, Joppa,
and Miller. A new wheat extension position with the University
of Minnesota was recently filled at Crookston, Minnesota, and
a wheat pathology position was refilled at South Dakota State
University.
Line reported that Bob Allan was retiring from ARS,
effective 1 January. The position will be refilled, and recruitment
is underway. The position will include a club wheat breeding component
and will coordinate the Western Regional Performance Nurseries.
Washington State University has obtained $8 million in funding
for new greenhouses; approximately $4 million was received from
federal appropriations and remaining funds from state appropriations
and the Washington Wheat Commission. Karow indicated that all
positions at Oregon State University currently were frozen. Oregon
had hoped to place a technician with operating funds at Pendleton
to cover club wheat breeding and research needs. However, they
may need $100,000 of federal support to accomplish this. Karow
stressed that changes or loss of the STEEP III program will have
a great impact on the Pendleton station and will impact all PNW
soils research activities. Political support for STEEP III appears
to be waning.
NWIC Strategic Plan.
Kolb presented the Committee with a draft of the
Strategic Plan that he had prepared and requested feedback and
discussion. The draft incorporated information from the NWIC Disease
Initiative, regional survey information, and some information
from the Oat Worker's Strategic Plan. Target date for completion
was set for 1 March, 1996, prior to a tentative date set for the
next ARS Grain Crops Review.
It was noted that the draft highlights the need for
new positions and new funding in ARS. Peterson recommended that
the assumptions regarding core research contributions of ARS also
be defined clearly. To enhance credibility of the Plan, it also
should address the concept of `reallocation' of resources.
Baenziger recommended that assumptions related to Committee expertise
and background be stated clearly and discussed the basic premise
of existing and fully funded collaborative state programs and
personnel that contribute to wheat research. Busch indicated that
ARS will likely move to a `Regional Center' concept
in the future. Defining the expected roles of `Research Centers'
and `Satellite' programs would be appropriate.
A general change in focus from specific site and
program needs to `national problems and opportunities'
was recommended. The `Wheat Pathology Initiative'
was noted to have had a somewhat vague interpretation. `Germplasm
Enhancement to Biotic Stress' was recommended as an alternative
title, more clearly stating the Committee's intent. Busch
called for a clear emphasis on screening and germplasm enhancement
needs in discussing plant pathology priorities and suggested breeding
and genetics research needs as a second general priority.
Sears called for the reestablishment of an ARS international
nursery program and support for international germplasm exchange
as an additional priority for the Strategic Plan. Peterson noted
that funding for two of the ARS regional nursery programs was
currently under ARS minimum target levels that allow for refilling
of positions. ARS contributions through regional nursery coordination
should be presented in the Strategic Plan, and regional nurseries
included as a funding priority.
Partnerships with other scientific organizations.
Baenziger encouraged the NWIC and wheat community
to become more proactive and involved with leading scientific
organizations. The AAAS was cited as an example, that had general
interest in biological diversity issues. Associated members could
call for an AAAS symposium on the impact of the International
Treaty on Biological Diversity on crop germplasm exchange. Busch
stressed that objectives for such a symposium must be defined
clearly; for example, distinguish crop genetic diversity from
general biological diversity and focus on consequences of the
Treaty on crop breeding. Sears indicated that this would be an
appropriate means to elevate and advance germplasm exchange issues.
Baenziger encouraged members to provide information regarding
such opportunities to the NWIC secretary for distribution. Consensus
was to encourage Baenziger to pursue development of an AAAS symposium
on biological diversity and germplasm issues.
RCA III Symposium on Agriculture Technologies.
Sears indicated that the NWIC was requested to respond
to crop yield projections from a technology symposium sponsored
by the National Resources Conservation Service. The symposium
goals were to assess technologies and their potential impact on
crop yields through the year 2050, then make recommendations regarding
allocation of national resources and funding. The initial premise
was the need to double crop yields by 2050 based on estimates
for population growth. Biotechnologies and crop genetics were
estimated to contribute increases in wheat yields of 30 to 70
% by 2030 and 45 to 80 % by 2050. The ranges in projections were
based on the most pessimistic to the most optimistic viewpoints.
The Committee expressed concern that the projections were high,
assuming that current levels of research activity and support
were continued. In the past, yield gains have been estimated at
approximately 0.75 bushel/year, with 0.5 bushel/year contributed
from genetic improvement. A 25 % increase in wheat yields by 2050
resulting from conservation tillage practices also was considered
overly optimistic. The Committee stressed the need to highlight
and compare relative rates of return from research investments
in the symposium drafts. Sears will communicate Committee concerns
to the NRCS representative.
PVP update.
Atchley reported that a solid block of countries
involved in UPOV opposed the use of biochemical or DNA markers
in intellectual property rights claims. Some progress had been
made concerning acceptance of markers, but efforts to change the
treaty could come from either inside or outside the US. He noted
that ASTA also opposed the use of molecular markers to differentiate
germplasm. He recommended that the NWIC maintain a presence on
Capitol Hill in order to have input into these issues. Members
agreed that use of both molecular and morphological measures were
desired in plant variety protection efforts.
Legislative priorities.
Sears reviewed current legislative priorities and
asked for input. Priorities are: 1) Plant Science Unit at Manhattan,
KS; 2) Cereal Pathology/Germplasm Enhancement position at Raleigh,
NC; 3) Wheat Pathology, Pullman, WA; and 4) Cereal Rust Laboratory,
St. Paul, MN. Sears noted that the Oat and Barley workers also
are supporting efforts to fund the Cereal Rust Laboratory. Oat
workers have expressed interest in the Pathology/Germplasm position
at Raleigh, but no Congressional advocate has been identified.
Concern again was expressed that the combined initiative was too
diverse, or the funding request was too large. Baenziger suggested
discussing priorities with deans at the respective institutions,
then prioritizing the list based on their willingness to support
the legislative effort. Sears agreed and will initiate contacts.
NWIC concensus was to go forward with the legislative initiative
with priorities as previously identified.
Actions and Letters.
Sears will initiate a letter-writing campaign regarding
germplasm policies. Letters will present arguments for free germplasm
exchange and acceptable levels of germplasm protection as established
in PVP and Patent law and express support for the `Wheat
Worker's Code of Ethics' as a model for exchange.
Based on Committee concensus, Sears also will call for reestablishment
of an ARS-coordinated international nursery program for promotion
of international germplasm exchange. Copies will be sent to CGIAR,
Secretary Glickman, Floyd Horn, Secretary of State, SAES Directors,
ARS-NPS, CSSA, and others.
Letters of appreciation will be prepared for David
Marshall and David Worrall for local arrangements; John Raupp
and David Worrall for their excellent management of the AWN during
their first year of service; and to Bob Allan on his retirement
for years of superior service to the NWIC and wheat research community.
Regional items.
The Eastern Wheat Workers Workshop will be held on
March 19 and 20 at West Lafayette, Indiana. Western Wheat Workers
will hold their annual workshop at Moscow, Idaho in June; date
to be announced. The Pacific Northwest Quality Council will hold
a meeting at Park City, Utah on 11-12 January. Spring Wheat
Workers will hold a half-day session prior to the Spring
Wheat Quality Council Meetings in late January.
Sears indicated that, of any group within CSSA, ARCPACS
was growing most quickly. Sears recommended that we consider inviting
ARCPAC members to attend Regional Wheat Workers meetings. Information
distributed at these meetings could be of value for extension
agents and consultants and, with minor format changes, could provide
ARCPAC members with required CEU credits.
Next meeting.
A motion was approved to hold the next NWIC meeting
at Beltsville, Maryland on 21-22 November, 1996. The WCGC
will meet on the preceding evening, 20 November. Meeting then
was adjourned by Sears.
Respectfully submitted, C. James Peterson
A resolution of the National Wheat Improvement Committee
January, 1996.
Subject: Recognition of Dr. Bob Allan's career contributions
to wheat improvement.
WHEREAS, the National Wheat Improvement Committee
recognizes the distinguished career contributions of Dr. Bob Allan
to regional, national, and international wheat improvement efforts
through his position as USDA-ARS Research Geneticist; and,
WHEREAS, Dr. Allan has advanced the science of wheat
genetics and breeding through his innovative research efforts
on semidwarf genetics, breeding, and selection methodology, genetic
enhancement of disease resistance, and improvement of end-use
quality; and,
WHEREAS, Dr. Allan has been a leader in wheat germplasm
and genetics research, having developed unique and valuable genetic
stocks used by breeders and geneticists worldwide and developed
highly successful wheat varieties for production in the Pacific
Northwest; and,
WHEREAS, Dr. Allan has provided superior guidance
and leadership to the national wheat research effort through his
years of service as Regional Coordinator for the Pacific Northwest
and as an active member and past Secretary for the NWIC;
THEREFORE, be it resolved that the National Wheat Improvement Committee commends Dr. Bob Allan for his distinguished career in wheat research and expresses its deepest respect and appreciation for his many outstanding contributions to wheat and wheat improvement.
Members of the National Wheat Improvement Committee.
January, 1996.
Dr. R.G. Sears, Chair Dr. C.J. Peterson, Secretary
Department of Agronomy USDA-ARS, Department of Agronomy
Kansas State University University of Nebraska
Manhattan, KS 66506 Lincoln, NE 68583
(913) 532-7245 (402) 472-5191
FAX: (913) 532-6094 FAX: (402) 472-4020
rs@ksu.ksu.edu agro015@unlvm.unl.edu.
Eastern Wheat Region
Dr. Fred Kolb, Chair Dr. H.E.Bockelman, Secretary
Department of Agronomy USDA-ARS, 1691 So. 2700 W.
University of Illinois P.O. Box 307
Urbana, IL 61801 Aberdeen, ID 83210
(217) 244-6148 (208) 397-4162
FAX: (217) 333-9817 FAX: (208) 397-4165
fkolb@ux1.cso.uiuc.edu hbockelman@ars-grin.gov.
Dr. Paul Murphy Dr. David Van Sanford
Department of Crop Science Department of Agronomy
North Carolina State University University of Kentucky
Raleigh, NC 27607 Lexington, KY 40506
(919) 515-3281 (606) 257-5811
FAX: (919) 515-5657 FAX: (606) 323-1952
njpm@ncsumvs.edu agr038@ukcc.uky.edu
Great Plains Spring Wheat Region
Dr. R. Frohberg, Chair Dr. R.H. Busch, Secretary
Department of Crop and Weed Science USDA-ARS, 411 Borlaug Hall
North Dakota State University University of Minnesota
Fargo, ND 58105 St. Paul, MN 55108
(701) 237-7971 (612) 625-1975
FAX: (701) 237-7973 FAX: (612) 625-1268
Dr. J. Rudd Dr. Yue Jin
Plant Science Department Plant Science Department
South Dakota State University Box 2108
Brookings, SD 57007 South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD 57007
(605) 688-4769 (605) 688-5540
FAX: (605) 688-4452 FAX: (605) 688-4024
ruddj@mg.sdstate.edu jiny@mg.sdstate.edu.
Great Plains Winter Wheat Region
Dr. J. Martin, Chair Dr. Brett Carver
Kansas Agricultural Research Center Department of Agronomy
Kansas State University Oklahoma State University
1232 240th Avenue Stillwater, OK 74078
Hays, KS 67601
(913) 625-3425 (405) 744-9580
FAX: (913) 623-4369 FAX: (405) 744-5269
bfc@soilwater.agr.okstate.edu.
Dr. P. Steve Baenziger Dr. W. David Worrall
Department of Agronomy Texas A & M University
University of Nebraska P.O. Box 1658
Lincoln, NE 68583 Vernon, TX 76384
(402) 472-1538 (817) 552-9941
FAX: (402) 472-7904 FAX: (817) 553-4657
agro104@unlvm.unl.edu d-worrall@tamu.edu.
Western Wheat Region
Dr. David Hole, Chair Dr. R.F. Line, Secretary
Department of Plant and Soil Science USDA-ARS, 361 Johnson Hall
Utah State University Washington State University
Logan, UT 84321 Pullman, WA 99164
(801) 750-2235 (509) 335-3755
FAX: (801) 750-3376 FAX: (509) 335-7674
dhole@mendel.usu.edu rline@wsuvm1.csc.wsu.edu.
Dr. Craig Morris Dr. Russ Karow
USDA Western Wheat Quality Lab Department of Crop and Soil Science
E-202 FSHN Facility East Crop Science Bldg. 107
Washington State University Oregon State University
Pullman, WA 99164-6394 Corvallis, OR 97331-3002
(509) 335-4062 (503) 737-5857
FAX: (509) 335-8573 FAX: (503) 737-1589
morrisc@wsunix.it.wsu.edu karowr@css.orst.edu.
National Association of Wheat Growers
NAWG Foundation
415 Second St. NE Suite 300
Washington, DC 20002
(202) 547-7800
FAX: (202) 546-2638