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Improved integrative pest management of wireworm in Manitoba

Posted on 04.03.2019 | Last Modified 07.05.2019
Lead Researcher (PI): Bryan Cassone
Institution: University of Brandon
Total WGRF Funding: $39,272
Co-Funders: Government of Manitoba, Manitoba Pulse & Soybean Growers
Start Date: 2018
Project Length: 3 Years
Objectives:

Estimate wireworm populations in Manitoba soybean fields throughout the growing season. Examine genetic diversity among wireworm populations in Manitoba. Develop a lab model to simulate wireworm feeding damage in the field.