Improving the quality and profitability of durum wheat through nitrogen and disease management
Posted on 11.09.2017 | Last Modified 07.05.2019
Lead Researcher (PI): William May
Institution:
Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada
Total WGRF Funding:
$105,000
Co-Funders:
Bayer Crop Science
Start Date:
2002
Project Length:
3 Years
Objectives:
To determine the effect and relative efficiency of top-dressed nitrogen on yield, grain protein, quality and economic return of durum wheat. To determine the impact of plant density, nitrogen supply, fungicide treatment, and cultivar on grain quality, grade protection and economic return.