Research

Given the large value of the farm investment in N fertilizer and expected returns to that investment, Manitoba wheat producers will receive financial benefits from optimizing fertilizer use on individual farms and fields. 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

Currently evaluation of moisture resilience by variety is not available for producers, in spite of moisture being the most probable cause for yield reductions. This project will evaluate the performance of MCVET varieties under extreme moisture conditions. Read More

This information will help producers make decisions on where to focus their input dollars and will provide an opportunity to highlight the effects of PGR’s in spring wheat production. This information can also be used to determine if the variety… Read More

Generating barley varieties with enhanced FHB resistance is complex because multiple fungal compounds and plant genes influence disease severity. We recently discovered a fungal compound called gramillin that promotes FHB severity in barley and is toxic to plants, killing cells… Read More

Preliminary observations in Dr. Bakker’s lab have revealed that there are trichomes on the inner surface of the hull; these have never been explored for potential interactions with Fusarium growth. Using field-grown barley, including multiple different lines and varieties, we… Read More

This project aims to establish a simple, rapid and cost-efficient seed testing protocol by using a novel technique, named loop-mediated isothermal amplification (LAMP). Meanwhile, a greenhouse/growth cabinet disease evaluation method will be developed to screen barley germplasm for resistance, and… Read More

This project is a proof of concept for long-term potential development of new biodegradeable fungicides for field applications. Read More

This project will aid in the development of long term tools for plant breeders. Read More