2001

Support for the formation of PGR units within each republic

Scientists identified to participate in PGR groups, training, computer equipment provided – ex-situ inventory ongoing in all republic

2002

Funding sort for seed storage facility upgrade at the Uzbek Research Institute of Plant Industry (UzRIPI)

Funding secured and upgrade now complete

As a result of the increased awareness and PGR activities undertaken by GRU in the area the Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Azerbaijan national programs have set up PGR centers in each of their republics