Breeding malting and food barley cultivars for western Canada assisted by new technologies
Posted on 26.06.2019 | Last Modified 22.02.2021
Lead Researcher (PI): Ana Badea
Institution:
Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada
Total WGRF Funding:
$273,394
Co-Funders:
Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada, Alberta Barley Commission, Brewing and Malting Barley Research Institute, Manitoba Wheat and Barley Growers Association, Saskatchewan Barley Development Commission
Start Date:
2019
Project Length:
5 Years
Objectives:
To create new barley varieties for western Canada with better protection from biotic and abiotic stresses, higher yields, and greater marketability.