Phenotyping and genomic selection for improved barley deoxynivalenol (DON) resistance
Posted on 14.02.2022 | Last Modified 14.02.2022
Lead Researcher (PI): Aaron Beattie
Institution:
University of Saskatchewan
Total WGRF Funding:
$331,967
Co-Funders:
Alberta Barley Commission, Manitoba Crop Alliance, Saskatchewan Barley Development Commission
Start Date:
2021
Project Length:
5 Years
Objectives:
Evaluate new CDC barley lines for DON resistance within the collaborative FHB nurseries already established across Canada. Assess all CDC barley breeding lines for DON content. Develop a genomic selection model for DON content.