Generation of canola lines with increased heat and drought tolerance by regulating phospholipid: diacylglycerol acyltransferase activity
Posted on 19.01.2023 | Last Modified 19.01.2023
Lead Researcher (PI): Guanqun Chen
Institution:
University of Alberta
Total WGRF Funding:
$137,228
Co-Funders:
Saskatchewan Canola Development Commission
Start Date:
2022
Project Length:
3 Years
Objectives:
Evaluate canola lines with distinct modifications in BnPDAT1 under heat and drought stress during flowering , and to identify additional candidate genes related to heat and drought stress.