Rapid introgression of aphid resistance into pea elite cultivars
Posted on 26.05.2025 | Last Modified 26.05.2025
Lead Researcher (PI): Tom Warkentin
Institution:
University of Saskatchewan
Total WGRF Funding:
$86,045
Co-Funders:
Agriculture Development Fund, Saskatchewan Pulse Growers
Start Date:
2025
Project Length:
3 Years
Objectives:
i) Marker-assisted rapid introgression of aphid resistance into genetic background of elite pea cultivars.
ii) Assessment of aphid resistance in a well characterized set of diverse lines.