Research
Variety Development
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Start Date: 2019
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Completion Date: 2022
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Project Status: Completed
Corn is a widely grown crop in Canada and the United States, accounting for a high percentage of total feed grain production. However, a corn leaf disease known as Goss's Wilt has been one of the most yield-limiting diseases as… Read More
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Start Date: 2019
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Completion Date: 2023
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Project Status: Ongoing
The goal of 4DWheat is to use cutting edge science to accelerate the future development of higher yielding, stress resistant wheat varieties grown by Canadian farmers thereby creating substantial economic and environmental benefits for Canadians. Read More
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Start Date: 2016
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Completion Date: 2021
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Project Status: Completed
The loss of genetic diversity of wheat has reduced the potential to improve yield and also leaves the crop vulnerable to disease and pest. Wild wheat relatives and exotic species are a valuable resource of new genes for cultivated wheat… Read More