Factoring in future needs
WSU’s winter barley program aims to develop cold-hardy, high-yield varieties for PNW dryland farms, but market, profitability, and adoption challenges remain.
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breeding
Keys to a successful plant breeding program
A successful wheat breeding program requires clear goals, genetic variation, and rigorous selection. WSU’s breeder collaborates with stakeholders to develop resilient, high-quality cultivars
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Standard for excellence
Washington State University winter wheat breeder Aaron Carter honored by the Washington Grain Commission for outstanding contributions.
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Only the best
University and USDA collaboration helps bring high quality spring wheat varieties to farmers’ fields across Eastern Washington.
Stephens sets the bar
Pacific Northwest cultivars continue to improve through growers’ planting choices and ongoing research.
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US soft white wheat quality
According to the U.S. Wheat Associates organization, the 2024 U.S. soft white wheat production is up, and functionality is good.
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Nature vs. nurture
Dr. Arron Carter, professor of the winter wheat breeding program and O.A. Vogel Endowed Chair of Wheat Breeding and Genetics at Washington State University, explores the measurement of phenotype by genotype by environment interactions.
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Rooted in research
WSU researchers are digging deeper into the genetics of drought tolerance in wheat.
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New varieties provide herbicide options
Dr. Clark Neely, extension agronomist and lead for Cereal Variety Testing at Washington State University, presents a summary of the winter wheat variety trails.
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Legacy of excellence
Times may change, but the university’s public wheat breeding program remains committed to the growers of today and tomorrow.
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