Pulse-related genomic research into root rot resistance and stress tolerance will help develop tools for breeding better combinations of wheat and lentil varieties in cropping systems and enhance root rot resistance and drought tolerance in peas.
The projects are co-funded through Genome Canada’s Climate-Smart Agriculture and Food Systems initiative (CSAFS).
The Saskatchewan Pulse Growers investment of over $1.4 million will be leveraged for a total pulse research and development investment of over $12.8 million.
SPG Chair Trent Richards says this research works towards developing tools for lentil breeding as part of Saskatchewan-based rotations and enhancing the development of root rot resistance and stress tolerance in peas utilizing genomics technology.
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