Application of Actigate Targeted Performance Technology for the Treatment of Wheat Rust

Fungal rust infection of wheat is an ongoing problem in Canada and use of commercial fungicides is increasing while the problem of fungicidal resistance is also arising. This project aims to develop optimized fungicidal treatments for fungal rust infection of wheat. The issue of inefficient penetration of commercial fungicides will be addressed by applying a specific technology to enhance delivery of the active ingredient to target fungal pathogens thereby reducing the dose of fungicidal application. The mechanism of action of the resulting fungicidal formulations will also be explored. Decreasing the dose of synthetic chemical active ingredients will reduce their impact on the health of non-target organisms and provide benefits to the environment, while reducing costs for producers.

Faculty Supervisor:

Gurcharn Brar;Guus Bakkeren

Student:

Meng Li

Partner:

Terramera Inc

Discipline:

Other

Sector:

Other

University:

University of British Columbia