Investment

Investment

GRDC Code: DPI1703-009RMX
DAN00202 New tools and germplasm for Australian pulse and oil seeds breeding programs to respond to changing virus threats
Profitable pulse and oilseed rotation crops are a key component of Australia's crop based farming systems. Pulses and oilseeds are susceptible to a range of virus diseases and improving genetic resistance is the most economical and sustainable option to control virus induced crop losses.

This investment aims to improve currently available diagnostic tools suitable for field identification and mass testing of viruses as well as adaptation of molecular based methods to allow the processing of large sample numbers. The project will also collaborate with ICARDA to provide tools and germplasm for management of current exotic virus diseases to pre-empt any incursion into Australia.
Project start date:
09/03/2017
Project end date:
30/06/2021
Crop type:
  • All Pulses, (Legume)
Organisation
Department of Regional NSW
Region:
North, South, West
Project status
status icon Completed

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Tips and Tactics: Managing Faba Bean Diseases

Tips and Tactics: Managing Faba Bean Diseases

1510578000000 Publication, GrowNotes DAN1306-006RTX, DPI1703-009RMX, UA00127

New threats to faba beans may emerge so it is important to also be vigilant for changing disease risks. Even with newer varieties that are more disease-resistant, growers need to actively monitor and manage disease risks. Use these tips and tactics