S3.E4 – Inside PRCOB: The Prairie Recommending Committee for Oat & Barley

What goes on behind the scenes before a new barley variety is recommended in Western Canada? In this episode of The Barley Bin, Mitchell Japp and SaskBarley director Chad Ferguson take listeners inside PRCOB, the Prairie Recommending Committee for Oat and Barley, to break down the process, the people, and the decisions that help shape the future of barley production.

If you missed the first three episodes of the season, our 3 part mini-series covered the past, present and future of barley disease research. Catch up on Spotify our YouTube.

From how trial data is reviewed to how recommendations are made for new barley varieties, this conversation offers listeners a valuable behind-the-scenes look at the decision-making process that helps guide new varieties to market. It’s also a strong reminder of why producer input matters and how organizations like SaskBarley work to ensure farmers have a voice at the table.

Key takeaways:

• An inside look at PRCOB and the barley variety registration process
• How trial results and performance data inform recommendations
• Why producer representation is essential in committee discussions
• How these decisions help shape the future of barley variety development and production

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