Vigilance towards plant nematodes to sustain pulse production on the Canadian prairies
Lead Investigator(s)
Dr. Mario Tenuta
Lead Investigator(s) Institution
University of Manitoba - Dept. of Soil Science
Objective
To improve understanding of plant nematodes' potential threat to pulse crops, in order to prevent new market access issues, spread of disease, and yield decline, addressing impediments to pulse production and exports.
Agronomy
SPG Contribution
$130,230.00
Project Status
Active
Duration/Timeline of Project (Year to Year)
1-Apr-18 - 31-Mar-23
Co-funders
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada; Alberta Pulse Growers; Manitoba Pulse and Soybean Growers
Total Project Cost
$853,813.00