Keyword: cereal
Molecular diagnostics strategies for fusarium species detection and quantification in wheat
Read MoreMitigating herbicide resistance – investigating novel integrated weed management systems
While herbicides are still effective ongoing research has tried to identify tactics and systems which can be used to manage problem weeds This project builds on previous research conducted by Neil Harker who looked at integrated weed management tactics for wild oat This project investigated…Read More
Improving fusarium head blight management in durum wheat in Saskatchewan
Fusarium head blight (FHB) is one of the most important diseases of wheat in Canada Even a small per hectare yield loss due to FHB results in the loss of tens of thousands of dollars per grower and millions of dollars collectively Multiple control strategies are required to control the disease…Read More
Development of a highly sensitive, specific and rapid detection system for stripe rust spores in the field
Read MoreCrop sequencing of large acreage crops and special crops
Producers are always evaluating their crop sequences and rotations seeking to maximize returns without jeopardizing future income through poor agronomic practices Producers who are growing or want to grow special crops like canaryseed, coriander, hemp or quinoa lack this valuable information The…Read More