Lead Researcher (PI): Aaron Beattie

Institution: University of Saskatchewan

Total WGRF Funding: $1,924,516

Co-Funders: Alberta Barley Commission, Manitoba Wheat and Barley Growers Association, Saskatchewan Barley Development Commission

Start Date: 2015

Project Length: 4 Years

Objectives:

To provide financial support to the University of Saskatchewan Crop Development Centre barley breeding program to facilitate the development of barley varieties for Western Canada with higher yields, improved agronomic traits and end use properties, and better disease resistance.