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Lots of diversity in clubroot resistance

Science Edition 2016—Key result: Clubroot resistance in Canadian canola varieties relies almost entirely on one source, “Mendel”. This study identified many other genes, found genetic markers for them and then crossed some of them into B. napus lines that could be used for breeding. Canola seed breeders can use the results of this work to broaden and...
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Assessing current soil-test based fertilizer recommendations

Science Edition 2016—Key Result: Soil-test-based fertilizer applications can be a sustainable and economical technique to optimize crop production and profit margin, but aren’t always used due to questions of effectiveness. This study found that soil test recommendations are fairly accurate and provide good information to growers in both direct seeding and conventional tillage systems. Project title, Principal...
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What better way to learn about blackleg?

Science Edition 2016—

Manitoba canola grower Andre Badiou took part in a study to find out more about the blackleg on his farm and pick up a few management tips. He helped with the study, and the study helped him.

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One step closer to sclerotinia control

Science Edition 2016—Key result: Sclerotinia stem rot-tolerant varieties are available and efforts continue to improve varietal resistance, in both the public and private sectors. Researchers on this project have identified previously undiscovered genes associated with the plant defense response, providing valuable resources for researchers interested in developing sclerotinia-resistant canola lines. Project title, Principal investigators: “Getting one step...
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