S3.E3 – The Evolution of Barley Disease Research Part 3: New Frontiers
Barley disease research isn’t standing still — and neither are the threats facing farmers. In this final episode of The BarleyBin’s disease management miniseries, host Mitchell Japp looks at how researchers across Western Canada are tackling today’s biggest barley disease challenges. From breeding for resistance to field-level disease management and prairie-wide surveillance, this episode explores how science, collaboration, and on-farm realities are shaping the future of barley production.
Key takeaways:
- Disease research has shifted from single-disease responses to whole-system thinking.
- Researchers across Saskatchewan, Alberta, and Manitoba are working together more closely than ever.
- Today’s tools and strategies are more advanced, but disease threats continue to evolve.
- Helping farmers stay ahead of risk remains the shared goal.
If you missed the first two episodes of the season that covered the past and present accomplishments in barley disease research, you can catch up on Spotify our YouTube.
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Learn more about the history of barley disease research:
Listen: S3.E1 – The Evolution of Disease Research Part 1: Roots of Resistance
Listen: S3.E2 – The Evolution of Disease Research Part 2: The Turning Point
