Predicting performance
Genomic selection helps weed out unsuitable varieties early in the wheat breeding process.
research
Falling number research receives FFAR grant
The WSU research team working on a new falling number test recently received $835,000 over three years from the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research (FFAR) that matches funds from industry and other sources, including the WGC.
Outsmarting cheatgrass
This troublesome weed has some tricks up its sleeve. WSU Postdoctoral Research Associate Samuel Revolinski discusses the challenges of reducing the migration of cheatgrass seeds.
Reaching a new landmark
Researchers at WSU and the USDA-ARS discuss the development of a new diagnostic test to manage low falling numbers post-harvest.
New varieties mean better options for growers
Cereal Variety Testing Lead Clark Neely reviews the 2022 WSU winter wheat variety trials.
Alison Thompson returns
New hire at USDA-ARS in Pullman joins the effort to confront low falling numbers.
Control of stripe rust of wheat, barley
Stripe rust is one of the most destructive diseases of wheat and barley. Dr. Chen provides an annual forecast of disease pressure for the 2023 growing season.
Management is more of a marathon
Troublesome weed dating from the dinosaurs finds a home in no-till fields.
Ag leadership corner
Two Washington ag leaders discuss connecting the dots for future success in agriculture.