Development of markers linked to oat crown rust resistance to help breed improved oat varieties for Saskatchewan producers
Posted on 26.06.2019 | Last Modified 22.02.2021
Lead Researcher (PI): Aaron Beattie
Institution:
University of Saskatchewan
Total WGRF Funding:
$212,400
Co-Funders:
Agriculture Development Fund, Prairie Oat Growers Association
Start Date:
2019
Project Length:
4 Years
Objectives:
To evaluate crown rust reaction in bi-parental oat populations segregating for seedling and adult plant resistance. To conduct QTL mapping of crown rust resistance. To develop high-throughput marker assays for use in oat breeding programs to produce varieties with improved crown rust resistance.