Research

This project will support Manitoba Crop Alliance's farmer-led hybrid confection sunflower breeding program. Hybrids with herbicide and disease resistance, suitable for Canadian growing conditions will be selected. This project is apart of the 2023 Diverse Field Crops Cluster.  Read More

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the consistency of distributionin large air seeders (60' width) and effect of fan speed on distribution and seed damage for small (canola), medium (wheat), and large (soybean) seed. Read More

The purpose of this project is to understand issues, identify common obstacles and seek opportunities to strengthen and create long-term economic sustainability in the feed supply relationship between the crop production and livestock sectors in Manitoba. Read More

This project will provide understanding how new high yielding spring wheat varieties respond to management practices such as nitrogen management, PGR application and seeding rate. This will allow for farmers to fine-tune agronomy to reduce risk to yield and quality… Read More

This project investigated the gene expression of several barley varieties when under waterlogging stress. Read More

This project addressed all four "R's" in the 4R Nutrient Stewardship framework for nitrogen fertilization of modern corn hybrids in Manitoba:applying the right rate, at the right source, in the right place, and at the right time. Read More

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

Wheat breeders are faced with the challenge of developing improved cultivars at a time when yield gains are stagnating due to increased pest and disease stresses and extreme weather patterns linked to climate change. New technologies and novel selection strategies… Read More

Little is known about how stem properties such as strength, diameter, wall wall width and height contribute to standability and few markers exist to select for preferred traits. This project will identify, dissect, and prioritize traits that contribute to maximum… Read More