Lead Researcher (PI): John Bennett

Institution: University of Saskatchewan

Total WGRF Funding: $59,182

Co-Funders: Agriculture Development Fund, Manitoba Crop Alliance, Saskatchewan Barley Development Commission, Saskatchewan Cattleman's Association

Start Date: 2023

Project Length: 4 Years

Objectives:

Identify soil microbes from saline grassland soils that increase barley growth and salinity tolerance. Determine whether the inocula are effective when applied to multiple barley varieties and at varying salinities. Determine if the inoculation improves barley growth and yield in saline and non-saline soils in the field.