Lead Researcher (PI): Yuefeng Ruan

Institution: Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada

Total WGRF Funding: $158,400

Co-Funders: Alberta Wheat Commission, Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission

Start Date: 2021

Project Length: 3 Years

Objectives:

Identify genetic markers associated with ergot resistance factors in durum wheat. Introgress ergot resistance genes into adapted durum germplasm. Through comparative transcriptional analysis gain insight into the molecular basis of ergot resistance. Utilize the Canadian Light Source to gain an understanding of the molecular determinants of ergot resistance.