Unraveling kernel visual distinguishability (KVD): high-speed DNA fingerprinting of spring/winter and industrial (ethanol/feed) wheats using the rapid ID technology (RIDT) platform for the identity, segregation and purity of varieties
Posted on 26.06.2017 | Last Modified 07.05.2019
Lead Researcher (PI): James Procunier
Institution:
Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada
Total WGRF Funding:
$120,000
Co-Funders:
None
Start Date:
2008
Project Length:
3 Years
Objectives:
To develop a rapid varietal identification platform that can reduce or eliminate KVD and allow for new wheat varieties to be grown, registered and sold without the KVD requirement.