06/02/2026
The CWRC supports the development of wheat varieties tailored to Canada's diverse growing conditions, ensuring all Canadian farmers have access to crops that perform well on their farms.
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05/28/2026
Fusarium head blight costs millions. Ongoing Wheat Cluster research is advancing genetic resistance and better management strategies to help farmers protect both crop quality and ROI.
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05/26/2026
Investing in wheat research pays off! From 1995-2020, farmers saw a remarkable return of nearly $33 for every dollar invested in wheat breeding.
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05/21/2026
Ongoing Wheat Cluster research is developing CWRS germplasm for Western Canada with enhanced tolerance to major biotic and abiotic stresses, high water and nitrogen use efficiency, and higher yields.
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05/19/2026
Administered by the CWRC, the Canadian National Wheat Cluster funds aimed at improving wheat genetics, agronomy and sustainability. These initiatives are crucial for the long-term profitability and growth of .
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05/14/2026
Western Canadian farmers are deeply invested in the future of wheat breeding in Canada. But that future is threatened by recent and historic budget cuts at AAFC, especially at the variety development and pre-market evaluation stages.
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05/12/2026
Under the current Wheat Cluster, Dr. Brian Beres is trying to enhance sustainability and profitability for Canadian farmers by optimizing nitrogen management in wheat with stabilizers.
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05/07/2026
JOINT STATEMENT: A new vision for wheat and barley plant breeding for Western Canada
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05/07/2026
Dr. Harwinder Sidhu is leading ongoing Wheat Cluster research to develop hardier, higher-yielding winter wheat for Western Canada. This work will help Canadian farmers grow more resilient crops with fewer inputs.
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05/05/2026
Continued investment in ensures Canadian farmers remain competitive, sustainable and equipped with high-yielding, resilient wheat varieties.
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