Identifying genome regions in wheat responsible for increased yield
Posted on 11.09.2017 | Last Modified 07.05.2019
Lead Researcher (PI): Somers, Daryl
Institution:
Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada
Total WGRF Funding:
$98,000
Co-Funders:
None
Start Date:
2001
Project Length:
3 Years
Objectives:
To identify the chromosome regions responsible for increased yield and yield components in spring wheat and to develop DNA-based molecular breeding technology for Canadian wheat breeders.