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Metabolites responsible for antagonistic activity of biocontrol candidates for controlling Aphanomyces root rot in pulses

Posted on 26.05.2025 | Last Modified 26.05.2025
Lead Researcher (PI): Krista Gill
Institution: Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada
Total WGRF Funding: $50,675
Co-Funders: Agriculture Development Fund, Saskatchewan Pulse Growers
Start Date: 2024
Project Length: 3 Years
Objectives:

Ten bacterial isolates with activity against A. euteiches were identified in a previous project.
In this project:
1) Determine the secondary metabolites they produce.
2) Evaluate their efficacy in vitro and in greenhouse with field pea.
3) Begin formulation development of top four biocontrol candidates.