Pulse Check: Innovative Research Tackles Root Rot and Boosts Protein in Canadian Crops
In the heart of Canada’s agricultural research efforts, two significant projects are making strides toward solving critical challenges in modern farming. From combating destructive root rot in pulse crops to addressing the sustainability of crop rotations, researchers are exploring innovative solutions to ensure longevity in our agricultural future.
By Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture - Agriview Spring 2025Root rot, a complex and persistent disease affecting pulse crops such as peas and lentils, has posed a growing challenge for Western Canadian farmers. To address this issue, a comprehensive five-year research initiative was launched in early 2024, spearheaded by a team of researchers from the University of Saskatchewan, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and the National Research Council of Canada.
The project, backed by provincial funding through the Strategic Research Initiative and additional support from industry groups across the Prairies, aims to deliver practical, science-driven solutions to mitigate root rot.
Read the entire article in the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture, Spring 2025 Agriview