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Farmscape

September 06

DNA technology identified as alternative to visual identification of wheat varieties

New technique offers potential for quick identification of wheat varieties

Restructured wheat classes unlikely to benefit Canada's winter wheat breeding programs, says University of Manitoba researcher

Yield is expected to become top research priority fueled by increased feed and biofuel demand, predicts a University of Manitoba cereal grain researcher

Kernel Visual Distinguishability requirements restrict registration of new winter wheat varieties in Canada
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Farmscape was created by Wonderworks Canada in association with Riding Mountain Broadcasting with sponsorship provided by Manitoba Pork Council.
Farmscape was developed to meet the increasing demand for in-depth information about the expanding Western Canadian pork industry