Saskatchewan Pulse Growers

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Processing strategies for commercially-ready pulse ingredients

Dr. Michael Nickerson - University of Saskatchewan - Dept. of Food and Bioproduct Sciences

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Energy and cost efficient removal of anti-nutritional compounds and negative flavours in pulses using electromagnetic wave

Dr. Oon-Doo Baik - University of Saskatchewan - Dept. of Chemical and Biological Engineering

Health

Utilization of pulse-based ingredients to develop low glycemic pet food to improve the health of dogs

Dr. Yongfeng Ai - University of Saskatchewan - Dept. of Food and Bioproduct Sciences

Genetics

Development of genetically improved field pea varieties and germplasm for the Canadian pulse industry, and evaluation of flavor, physicochemical and functional characteristics in high protein pea breeding lines

Dr. Dengjin Bing Dr. Jay Han - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Alberta Agriculture and Forestry

Agronomy

Breeding, physiology and agronomy to mitigate yield loss caused by root rots of pea

Dr. Syama Chatterton - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

Agronomy

Vigilance towards plant nematodes to sustain pulse production on the Canadian prairies

Dr. Mario Tenuta - University of Manitoba - Dept. of Soil Science

Agronomy

Evaluation of new products to reduce impacts of Aphanomyces root rot of field pea

Dr. Syama Chatterton - Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada

Agronomy

Prairie Weed Surveys

Julia Leeson - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

Genetics

Pea breeding for Western Canada

Dr. Tom Warkentin - University of Saskatchewan - CDC

Agronomy

Impact of phosphorus fertilizer forms on nutrition of wheat, pea and canola, soil fate, and losses in run-off water

Dr. Jeff Schoenau - University of Saskatchewan - Dept. of Soil Science

Agronomy

Understanding auxinic herbicide resistance in kochia and staying ahead of what's next

Dr. Charles Geddes - Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada

Agronomy

Glyphosate- or Auxinic-Resistant Kochia and Russian Thistle Prairie Surveys

Dr. Shaun Sharpe - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

Agronomy

Potential Seeds in Heat – Improving pea ovule heat tolerance

Dr. Rosalind Bueckert - University of Saskatchewan - Dept. of Plant Sciences

Agronomy

Enhancing Weeds Science in Pulse Crops: Towards a robust strategy for long-term weed management

Dr. Christian Willenborg - University of Saskatchewan - Dept. of Plant Sciences

Genetics

Pulse and Soybean Regional Variety Trials

Dianne Westerlund, Brooke Howat, Aaron Baxter, Garry Hnatowich, Tim Ferguson, Moria Kurtenbach, James Frey, Lana Shaw, Stephanie Ginter, Dr. Tom Warkentin, Howard Love, Lee Anne Murphy - Chinook Applied Research Assoc., Conservation Learning Centre, Discovery Ag Research, Irrigation Crop Diversification Corp., Nutrien, Palliser Triangle Research, Parkland Diversification Foundation, South East Research Farm, SM Ag Research, U of S - CDC, AAFC, Howard Love - Contractor, Murphy et al

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Development of an insect, quarantine, and rearing facility

Dr. Sean Prager - University of Saskatchewan - Dept. of Plant Sciences

Genetics

SNP marker panel for profiling pea lines and its effectiveness in breeding for high seed protein concentration

Dr. Tom Warkentin - University of Saskatchewan - CDC

Agronomy

Enhancing the Long-Term Sustainability of Pulse Cultivation Using System Approaches

Dr. Kui Liu - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

Health

Development of pre-packaged pulse-based meals to ameliorate the negative health consequences of sedentary behaviour

Dr. Philip Chilibeck - University of Saskatchewan - College of Kinesiology

Agronomy

Cover Cropping as Part of a Rotation Strategy to Reduce Pea Root Rot

Dr. Syama Chatterton; Dr. Steven Shirtliffe - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada; University of Saskatchewan - Dept. of Plant Sciences

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Pulse Positive: An educational campaign to increase awareness and consumption by integrating pulses into Elementary Schools

Dr. Carol Henry - University of Saskatchewan - College of Pharmacy and Nutrition

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Pulse Quality Market Survey

Dr. Shannon Hood-Niefer - Saskatchewan Food Industry Development Centre Inc.

Agronomy

Developing Field Pea Varietal Blends for Higher Yields and Pest Suppression

Dr. Steven Shirtliffe - University of Saskatchewan - Dept. of Plant Sciences

Genetics

Pulse Crop Regional Trials in Saskatchewan

Dr. Tom Warkentin - University of Saskatchewan - CDC

Agronomy

Knowledge, Tools, and Practices to Manage Insect Pests of Pulse Crops in Saskatchewan

Dr. Meghan Vankosky - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

Processing

Pulse Starches: Fractionation, Structure, Functional Properties, Modifications, and Industrial Applications

Dr. Yongfeng Ai - University of Saskatchewan - Dept. of Food and Bioproduct Sciences

Agronomy

Coordinated surveillance, forecasting, and risk warning systems for field crop insect pests of the Prairie ecosystem

Dr. Owen Olfert - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

Agronomy

Effects of vertical tillage on soil structure and crop yields in southern Saskatchewan

Dr. Bing Si - University of Saskatchewan - Dept. of Soil Sciences

Genetics

Integration of Aphanomyces resistance screening into rapid generation technology of lentil and pea

Dr. Sabine Banniza - University of Saskatchewan - CDC

Genetics

Marker-assisted introgression of useful new diversity into the pea genome for rapid cultivar improvement

Dr. Tom Warkentin - University of Saskatchewan - CDC

Processing

Entrapment of heart healthy oils using lentil protein isolates by spray drying

Dr. Michael Nickerson - University of Saskatchewan - Food and Bioproduct Sciences

Processing

Growing the Market for Pulse Flours: Creating innovative bakery products and a pulse database for the food industry

Elaine Sopiwnyk, Dr. Michael Nickerson, Dr. Michel Aliani - Canadian International Grains Institute (CIGI)University of Saskatchewan University of Manitoba

Health

Efficacy of pea hull fibre supplementation on gastrointestinal transit time-induced proteolysis fermentation and enhancement of wellness in older adults, individuals with lifestyle-related chronic disease and overweight children

Dr. Wendy Dahl - University of Florida - Food Science and Human Nutrition Dept.

Genetics

Marker-assisted selection for Aphanomyces resistance in pea for rapid development of adapted pea varieties with improved Aphanomyces resistance

Dr. Sabine Banniza - University of Saskatchewan - CDC

Processing

Improving Pulse Palatability & Health Benefits to Increase Pulse Market Share of Pet Foods

Dr. Lynn Weber - University of Saskatchewan - Veterinary Biomedical Sciences

Processing

Modification of a commercial lentil, pea and faba bean protein isolate production process for improved flavour profiles

Dr. Michael Nickerson - University of Saskatchewan - Food and Bioproduct Sciences

Agronomy

Evaluation of contrasting forage pea cultivars in mixtures with cereals for green feed production in Saskatchewan

Dr. Bill Biligetu - University of Saskatchewan - Dept. of Plant Sciences

Agronomy

Tolerance of pulse crops to seed placed nitrogen fertilizer

Dr. Jeff Schoenau - University of Saskatchewan - Dept. of Soil Sciences

Agronomy

Organic Science Cluster II - Integrating weed control for organic pea and lentil production

Dr. Steven Shirtliffe - University of Saskatchewan - Dept. of Plant Sciences

Processing

Value-Added Applications of Pulse Proteins for Human Foods

Dr. Lingyun Chen - University of Alberta

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Incorporation of Canadian pulse-based ingredients into rice noodle targeting the Chinese market

Dr. Steve Cui - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada - Guelph Food Research Centre

Processing

Development of innovative high value pulse based food products with enhanced functional and nutraceutical properties for potential utilization

Dr. Hemalatha Ganapathyswamy - Tamil Nadu Agricultural University

Health

Determining the link between pulse foods, gut health, and chronic disease

Dr. Krista Power - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

Health

Blood glucose attenuation and satiety levels in humans following consumption of whole lentil and yellow pea and their food products, effect of processing and starch fractions

Dr. Dan Ramdath - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

Processing

The effect of variety and processing on the protein quality of Canadian pulses

Dr. James House - University of Manitoba

Health

Evaluation of protein digestibility and glycemic response of pulse-based products using an in vitro platform technology

Dr. Nancy Ames - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

Processing

Characterization of structure, physicochemical, and physiological properties of starch from Canadian grown pulse crops to develop novel functional food ingredients and functional foods for human health benefits

Dr. Qiang Liu - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

Processing

Utilization of yellow pea, lentil and faba bean fibre and starch for meat product applications

Dr. Phyllis Shand - University of Saskatchewan

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Development of high value added pellet products based on combination of pea/lentil screenings, lignosulfonate and calcium chemical compounds (additive) as well as canola meal to maximize extra benefit for pulse producers and processing industry

Dr. Peiqiang Yu - University of Saskatchewan - College of Agriculture and Bioresources

Agronomy

Frequency and sequence of annual pulses in cropping systems. Phase II

Dr. Yantai Gan - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

Genetics

Develop and assess molecular diagnostic procedures for the rapid, specific and sensitive detection of root rot pathogens in symptomatic field pea roots

Dr. Bruce Gossen - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

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Characterization of quality, bioactive, and anti-nutritional compounds of pulses prepared with various cooking conditions and grown in different environments in Saskatchewan

Dr. Elsayed Abdelaal - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada - Guelph Food Research Centre

Agronomy

Nutrient content and release from soybean residues in comparison to other pulse crops in Saskatchewan

Dr. Jeff Schoenau - University of Saskatchewan - Dept. of Soil Sciences

Genetics

Virus Induced Gene Silencing (VIGS) to test gene function in pulse crops

Dr. Christopher Todd - University of Saskatchewan - Dept. of Biology

Health

Evidence to substantiate function health claims for pulse flours and fractions in food matrices

Dr. Peter Jones - Richardson Centre for Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals

Processing

Modification of pea starch for increased utilization in the food industry

Dr. Paulyn Appah - Manitoba Food Development Centre

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The utilization of pulses in the manufacture of crumb used as a binder in a model meat system

Michelle Sigvaldson - Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development

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Characterization of phytochemicals and dietary fibres in pulse processing by-products for value-added functional food products

Dr. Rong Cao - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada - Guelph Food Research Centre

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Using synchrotron methods to detect heat resistant pea – pollen and leaf wax structure

Dr. Rosalind Bueckert - University of Saskatchewan - Dept. of Plant Sciences

Genetics

Pea Genetic Improvement Program

Various - Limagrain Nederland BV, University of Saskatchewan - CDC, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, DL Seeds, Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops

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A quantitative assessment of the anti-nutritional properties of Canadian pulses

Dr. Michael Nickerson - University of Saskatchewan

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Direct assessment of the release of fixed nitrogen in the rhizosphere of pea, lentil, chickpea, and faba bean

Dr. Richard Farrell - University of Saskatchewan - Dept. of Soil Sciences

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Moving forward to sustainable development of the Saskatchewan pulse industry – long term research collaboration between Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada) and Saskatchewan Pulse Growers

Dr. Yantai Gan - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

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Evaluation of beneficial rhizosphere and endorhizosphere microorganisms as bioinoculants for the control of soil borne root pathogens

Dr. Fran Walley - University of Saskatchewan - Dept. of Soil Sciences

Agronomy

Moving forward to sustainable development of the Saskatchewan pulse industry

Dr. Yantai Gan, Dr. Jeff Stewart - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

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Development of a highly reliable biofertilizer for pulse-based rotations

Dr. Chantal Hamel - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

Genetics

Weed science and herbicide technologies for pulse crops

Dr. Christian Willenborg - University of Saskatchewan - Dept. of Plant Sciences

Genetics

Development of improved markers for mycosphaerella blight resistance in pea

Dr. Tom Warkentin - University of Saskatchewan - CDC

Genetics

Sequencing the pea genome: creating a solid foundation for long-term pea genetic improvement

Dr. Tom Warkentin - University of Saskatchewan - CDC

Processing

Characterization of protein composition and quality from different pea cultivars

Dr. Michael Nickerson - University of Saskatchewan - Department of Food and Bioproduct Sciences

Agronomy

Pea yield formation in warming temperatures – phenological mechanisms

Dr. Rosalind Bueckert - University of Saskatchewan - Dept. of Plant Sciences

Agronomy

Transformations and fate of seed-placed sulfur fertilizers in Saskatchewan soils

Dr. Jeff Schoenau - University of Saskatchewan - Dept. of Soil Sciences

Health

Omnivores versus Carnivores: Can higher levels of pulse starch be tolerated in a wider range of species than corn?

Dr. Lynn Weber - University of Saskatchewan - Veterinary Biomedical Sciences

Health

Effect of pulses on glycemic control and cardiovascular disease risk factors in Type 2 Diabetes: A low glycemic index study – Additional analysis

Dr. David Jenkins - University of Toronto - Dept. of Nutritional Sciences

Health

Effect of a pulse-based diet on the health of women with polycystic ovarian syndrome: Phase II investigation

Dr. Gordon Zello - University of Saskatchewan

Health

Starting young: Incorporating local pulses in the menus of Saskatchewan childcare centres

Dr. Carol Henry - University of Saskatchewan - College of Pharmacy and Nutrition

Agronomy

Field pea input study

Anne Kirk; Larissa Grenkow - Western Applied Research Corporation

Agronomy

Potential for enhancing pea yield through improved Ascochyta pisi management

Dr. Sabine Banniza - University of Saskatchewan - CDC

Genetics

Saskatchewan Pulse Crop Regional Variety Trials

Dr. Tom Warkentin - University of Saskatchewan - CDC

Genetics

Integration of rapid generation technology in pulse crop breeding

Dr. Tom Warkentin - University of Saskatchewan - CDC

Processing

Enhancing world markets for Saskatchewan pulses through secondary processing and value added research

Peter Frohlich - Canadian International Grains Institute (CIGI)

Health

Health and performance benefits of a pulse-based diet for soccer players during regular season play

Dr. Philip Chilibeck - University of Saskatchewan - College of Kinesiology

Processing

Application of Canadian pulse flours in Chinese food products

Various - Chinese Cereals and Oilseeds Association

Genetics

Pulse Crop Advancement Agreement

Dr. Pierre Hucl, Dr. Curtis Pozniak - University of Saskatchewan - CDC

Agronomy

Quantifying nitrogen loss from 15N-enriched crop residues: Developing a case for the lowering of N2O emission factors

Dr. Richard Farrell - University of Saskatchewan - Dept. of Soil Sciences

Agronomy

Cropping sequence effects on N fixation and C and N inputs of pea, lentil, and chickpea

Dr. Diane Knight - University of Saskatchewan - Dept. of Soil Sciences

Agronomy

Biological tactics of tackling field pea yield declining in the semiarid southwest

Dr. Yantai Gan - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

Processing

Pulse flour milling and utilization in food products

Heather Maskus - Canadian International Grains Institute (CIGI)

Agronomy

Determination of the host status of field pea and its associated rotations and weeds to the stem and bulb nematode in the Canadian prairies

Dr. Mario Tenuta - University of Manitoba - Dept. of Soil Science

Agronomy

Exploring the merits of intercropping canola and field pea in south-east Saskatchewan and fine-tuning management practices for maximum yield and profit

Chris Holzapfel - Indian Head Agricultural Research Foundation

Genetics

Unlocking the bioavailability of phosphorus and micronutrients through development of low phytate-phosphorus pea

Dr. Tom Warkentin - University of Saskatchewan - CDC

Genetics

Pyramiding novel genes for resistance to Ascochyta blight from Pisum fulvum into field pea through molecular breeding

Dr. Tom Warkentin - University of Saskatchewan - CDC

Genetics

Implementation of Markers for Pulses (IMAP)

Dr. Bunyamin Tar'an - University of Saskatchewan - CDC, National Research Council of Canada - PBI

Genetics

Determination of the endogenous auxin 4-chloro-indoleacetic acid content in lentil and other legume species

Dr. Bert Vandenberg - University of Saskatchewan - CDC

Health

Supporting caregivers to increase pulse crop consumption among rural early years children: An intervention study

Dr. Anne Leis - University of Saskatchewan - Dept. of Community Health and Epidemiology

Genetics

Breeding for enhanced nitrogen fixation in cereal – legume cropping systems in Saskatchewan

Dr. Bert Vandenberg - University of Saskatchewan - CDC

Agronomy

Diseases of field pea in the black soil zone of northern Saskatchewan

Dr. Sabine Banniza - University of Saskatchewan - CDC

Genetics

Shortening generation time for faster commercialization of new pulse crop varieties

Dr. Bert Vandenberg - University of Saskatchewan - CDC

Genetics

Enhancing the nutritional value of Saskatchewan pulses through improved levels of folate and carotenoids

Dr. Tom Warkentin - University of Saskatchewan - CDC

Health

Effect of pulses on Glycemic control and cardiovascular risk factors in Type 2 Diabetes: A dose response study

Dr. David Jenkins - University of Toronto - Dept. of Nutritional Sciences

Health

An investigation into pulse fibre fermentation and nitrogen excretion in patients with chronic renal failure

Dr. Wendy Dahl - University of Florida - Dept. of Food Science and Human Nutrition

Health

Maximizing the use of field peas in a commercial pig barn

Dr. Denise Beaulieu - Prairie Swine Centre Inc.

Agronomy

Lifecycle and socio-economic analysis of pulse crop production and pulse grain use in western Canada

Monique Wismer - Saskatchewan Research Council

Genetics

Chickpea regeneration: Development of rescue media using hormone profiling analysis of anthers and young ovules

Dr. Suzanne Abrams - National Research Council - Plant Biotechnology Institute

Health

Low glycemic index breads from beans

Dr. David Jenkins - University of Toronto - Dept. of Nutritional Sciences

Health

Effectiveness of pulse-based foods combined with exercise for improving components of the metabolic syndrome

Dr. Philip Chilibeck - University of Saskatchewan - College of Kinesiology

Agronomy

Limiting the prevalence and distribution of the stem nematode, Ditylenchus dipsaci, in field pea

Dr. Mario Tenuta - University of Manitoba - Dept. of Soil Science

Health

Pulse consumption in Canada: Analysis of pulses in the Canadian community health survey

Dr. Harold Aukema - University of Manitoba - Dept. of Human Nutritional Sciences

Health

Knowledge, skills, attitudes and behaviors of women, infants & children (WIC) recipients regarding pulses

Dr. Wendy Dahl - University of Florida - Dept. of Food Science and Human Nutrition

Processing

Development of prototype expanded snack foods and breakfast foods from pea flour, air-classified pea starch and pea-cereal blends using twin-screw high temperature extrusion technology

Dr. Shannon Hood-Niefer - Parrheim Foods

Health

Processing and pea-based dog foods: Maximizing starch resistance to improve obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular health and intestinal health

Dr. Lynn Weber - University of Saskatchewan - Veterinary Biomedical Sciences

Health

Does the inclusion of field pea in beef finishing diets influence beef palatability attributes of multiple muscles in cattle genetically indexing for poor carcass parametres

Dr. Vern Anderson; Dr. Kasey Carlin - Carrington Research Extension Center, North Dakota State University - Dept. of Animal Sciences

Processing

Enhancing world markets for Canadian pulses through secondary processing and value-added research

Dr. Linda Malcolmson - Canadian International Grains Institute (CIGI)

Processing

Characterization of the flavour properties of selected pea varieties grown in Saskatchewan

Dr. Joyce Boye - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

Health

Saponins in peas and their effects on palatability in pigs

Dr. Harold Gonyou; Dr. Denise Beaulieu - University of Saskatchewan - Dept. of Animal and Poultry; Prairie Swine Research Centre, Inc

Health

Assessment of Angiotensin I Converting Enzyme (ACE) inhibitory properties of pulse protein hydrolysates

Dr. Joyce Boye - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

Health

Supporting healthy development in the early years: Perceptions of rural caregivers around the promotion of physical activity and pulse crop consumption

Louise Humbert - University of Saskatchewan - College of Kinesiology

Agronomy

Integrated Pest Management of the Pea Leaf Weevil

Mr. Hector Carcamo - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

Health

Development of low glycemic index breads from pulses

Dr. David Jenkins - University of Toronto - Dept. of Nutritional Sciences

Processing

Functional characteristics of blends of native/physically-modified pea starches and native/physically-modified corn and potato starches

Dr. Shannon Hood-Niefer - University of Saskatchewan - Dept. of Food and Bioproduct Sciences

Genetics

On-farm pulse crop germplasm evaluation

Dr. Tom Warkentin - University of Saskatchewan - CDC

Genetics

Improving the value of field peas for human consumption markets

Dr. Tom Warkentin - University of Saskatchewan - CDC

Processing

Establishing the digestible nutrient content and rate of starch digestion of peas for poultry as affected by processing and pea cultivar

Dr. Henry Classen - University of Saskatchewan - Dept. of Animal and Poultry Sciences

Processing

Enhancing the economic value and the use of field peas by the pork and feed industries

Dr. John Patience - Prairie Swine Centre Inc.

Processing

Research-scale extruder for value-added processing of carbohydrates

Dr. Yongfeng Ai - University of Saskatchewan - Dept. of Food and Bioproduct Sciences

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