Towards better understanding of genetics in Leptosphaeria-Brassica interactions via international collaborations to standardize the nomenclature of blackleg resistance genes

The Challenge

The international blackleg research community currently does not have universal protocol in the effort to locate new blackleg resistant genes, leading to the finding of the same gene multiple times with many different given names.

The Project

Coordinate efforts with the international blackleg research community to expand the current set of host differentials for new resistant genes, and create a common database of genetics and genomics data and protocols.

The Results

This section will be updated upon completion of the project

Grower Benefits

Universal protocol and collaboration of the international blackleg research community will give growers comprehensive tools in blackleg disease management.