Identifying novel genetic factors contributing to durable disease resistance in canola
Posted on 27.09.2023 | Last Modified 27.09.2023
Lead Researcher (PI): Isobel Parkin
Institution:
Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada
Total WGRF Funding:
$153,650
Co-Funders:
Agriculture Development Fund, Saskatchewan Canola Development Commission
Start Date:
2023
Project Length:
4 Years
Objectives:
Determine epialleles contributing to adaptation to Prairie conditions. Assess the role of methylation in quantitative resistance to blackleg and clubroot in canola. Pyramid novel epialleles for enhanced disease tolerance.