Cloning clubroot resistance genes from B. nigra and transferring the genes into canola through a CRISPR/Cas9 based technology
Posted on 14.02.2022 | Last Modified 14.02.2022
Lead Researcher (PI): Fengqun Yu
Institution:
Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada
Total WGRF Funding:
$90,475
Co-Funders:
Agriculture Development Fund, Saskatchewan Canola Development Commission
Start Date:
2021
Project Length:
3 Years
Objectives:
To isolate a clubroot resistance (CR) gene from Brassica nigra and to delivery the candidates of the CR gene into a canola line using the CRISPR/Cas9 system.