Lead Researcher (PI): Linda Gorim

Institution: University of Alberta

Total WGRF Funding: $153,027

Co-Funders: Prairie Oat Growers Association, Results Driven Agriculture Research

Start Date: 2024

Project Length: 3 Years

Objectives:

Identify the PGR-oat variety pairs that lead to significant plant height reduction. Assess the effects of two PGRs (Moddus® and Manipulator®) on other agronomic parameters in different oat varieties. Assess the effects of increased seeding rate on agronomic parameters in different oat varieties. Evaluate the interaction of PGRs with seeding rates on agronomic parameters and shattering in different oat varieties. Evaluate the effects of PGRs on oat agronomic parameters under drought conditions. Carry out a morphological assessment of palea and lemma in different oat varieties and relate these structures to shattering under normal and drought conditions.