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The population structure of Fusarium pathogens of small grain cereals, their distribution and relationship to mycotoxins

Posted on 04.03.2019 | Last Modified 07.05.2019
Researchers: Dilantha Fernando; Xiben Wang
Institution: University of Manitoba & Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada
Total WGRF Funding: $1,004,704
Co-Funders: Alberta Wheat Commission, Brewing and Malting Barley Research Institute, Manitoba Wheat and Barley Growers Association, Saskatchewan Barley Development Commission, Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission
Start Date: 2018
Project Length: 5 Years
Objectives:

To evaluate western Canadian population structure and chemotype dynamics of Fusarium graminearum in cereals (wheat, barley, corn and oats).