Phenotypic screening methods and a diagnostic seed test to assess bacterial leaf streak in Canadian wheat germplasm
Posted on 19.01.2023 | Last Modified 19.01.2023
Lead Researcher (PI): Randy Kutcher
Institution:
University of Saskatchewan
Total WGRF Funding:
$76,704
Co-Funders:
Agriculture Development Fund, Alberta Wheat Commission, Manitoba Crop Alliance, Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission
Start Date:
2022
Project Length:
3 Years
Objectives:
Characterize the pathogenic Xanthomonas translucens (Bacterial Leaf Streak-BLS) strains affecting wheat across western Canada. Establish a seed testing protocol to detect pathogenic Xanthomonas translucens on wheat kernels. Develop an indoor phenotype-based screening method to evaluate germplasm for BLS resistance.