Phytophthora and Pythium root rots are destructive diseases of soybean in short-season regions. Breeding for resistance is the most practical, economical, and environmentally safe measure against these diseases. We screened 87 new and old short-season soybean varieties for resistance to three common … Continue reading →
Canadian pulse production continues to increase with the majority being exported as an unprocessed commodity. Despite the excellent and health promoting properties of pulses, domestic consumption of pulses is low due to consumer unfamiliarity, long cooking times, flatulence issues, and … Continue reading →
Newly registered field pea cultivars will be assessed for their reactions and yield response to Ascochyta blight. Field pea cultivars with tissue-specific resistance in their leaves, stems and/or pods will be identified. The value of different forms of tissue-specific resistance … Continue reading →
Research was undertaken to investigate the effects of processing conditions and seed characteristics on the dehulling, splitting and cooking properties of pulses. Seed characteristics include: physical properties (seed size, shape, moisture, hardness), composition, and seed quality or grade. The exact … Continue reading →
Yellow bean and slow-darkening pinto advanced breeding lines were tested in the preliminary and pre-coop yield trials at two locations. The lines were evaluated for maturity, growth habits, field disease resistance, yield potential and seed quality. Significant variation was observed … Continue reading →