A comparative genomics approach to improve doubled haploid breeding for common and durum

  • Term: 3 years, beginning in 2018

  • Status: Complete (Performance Story)

  • Funding Amount: $66,000

  • Lead Researcher(s): Dr. John Laurie (Agriculture and Agri Food Canada)

  • Funding Partners: Alberta Wheat Commission (AWC)

Project Description

The aim of this research project is to develop a more efficient doubled haploid (DH) production process in wheat through utilization of isolated microspore culture.

In order to support a demand for increasing wheat yields, the improvement of existing breeding tools is necessary. Isolated microspore culture (IMC) is one such tool that offers the greatest potential. This research builds on the recent work by the research team, in which they demonstrated the utility of the histone deacetylase inhibitor Trichostatin A (TSA) in promoting embryogenesis and green plant production in wheat through IMC.

Variety Development, DurumSask Wheat2017-2018, All Projects