To support research efforts to understand and control diseases of wheat and barley caused by Fusarium graminearum and related fungi in order to ensure sustainable production of wheat and barley in north-central United States and the safety of food products containing wheat and barley.
Wheat and Barley Protection Act of 1997 - Authorizes the Secretary of Agriculture to make grants to land grant colleges and universities for research into wheat and barley diseases caused by Fusarium graminearum and related fungi. Authorizes appropriations.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1429)
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Forestry, Resource Conservation and Research.
Executive Comment Requested from USDA.
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