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Ergot infection caused by the pathogen Claviceps purpurea (Fr) is a significant issue in rye In the harvested grain, ergot sclerotia downgrade grain quality significantly because of their alkaloids, which are highly toxic to humans and animals Reduced grade has a negative impact on the price…

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There are many benefits to growing winter wheat This includes increased average grain yield over spring wheat ranging from 13% in Alberta to 25% across the Canadian Prairies Durum wheat is consistently one of the high value cereal crops grown by farmers in Alberta, and the potential yield advantage…

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