In vitro selection: rapid screening and development of FHB and DON resistant wheat
Posted on 06.02.2017 | Last Modified 07.05.2019
Lead Researcher (PI): Nora Foroud
Institution:
Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada
Total WGRF Funding:
$157,000
Co-Funders:
Alberta Crop Industry Development Fund, Alberta Innovates Bio Solutions, Alberta Wheat Commission
Start Date:
2014
Project Length:
3 Years
Objectives:
To use in vitro selection combined with double haploid technology to produce wheat germplasm with high levels of resistance to FHB and toxin accumulation.