Understanding Threats, Genetic Diversity, and Conservation Options for Wild Rice

University of Minnesota

Quick Facts

Recipient: 
University of Minnesota
Source: 
Environment & Natural Resources Trust Fund
Recipient Type: 
Public College/University
Status: 
In Progress
Activity Type: 
Analysis/Interpretation, Inventory, Research
Counties Affected 
Statewide

Project Details

Status: 
In Progress
Start Date: 
July 2011
End Date: 
June 2014

Project Details by Fiscal Year

Fiscal Year(s): 
2012
Legal Citation / Subdivision: 
M.L. 2011, First Special Session, Chp. 2, Art.3, Sec. 2, Subd. 04o
Appropriation Language 

$97,000 the first year and $98,000 the second year are from the trust fund to the Board of Regents of the University of Minnesota to research the genetic diversity of wild rice population throughout Minnesota for use in related conservation and restoration efforts. This appropriation is contingent upon demonstration of review and cooperation with the Native American tribal nations in Minnesota. Equipment purchased with this appropriation must be available for future publicly funded projects at no charge except for typical operating expenses. This appropriation is available until June 30, 2014, by which time the project must be completed and final products delivered.

Fiscal Year Funding Amount: 
$97,000
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s) 
Click on "Work Plan" under "Project Details".
Measurable Outcome(s) 
Click on "Work Plan" under "Project Details".
Fiscal Year(s): 
2013
Fiscal Year Funding Amount: 
$98,000
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s) 
Click on "Work Plan" under "Project Details".
Measurable Outcome(s) 
Click on "Work Plan" under "Project Details".

Project Manager

David
Biesboer
U of MN
250 BioSci, 1445 Gortner Ave
St Paul
MN
55345
(612) 625-1799
Email: 
biesboer@umn.edu