Researchers, extension personnel and local growers gathered together to discuss the latest information regarding Pulse crops at the MonDak Pulse Day which was held Feb. 20th. Many discussions were held covering various topics concerning Pulse crops including: weed control, diseases, management, dry bean production and soil quality and health.
One of the featured speakers was Dr. Rosalind Bueckert. Dr. Bueckert is a Professor at the University of Saskatchewan in the Plant Science Department who focuses on using pulse crop physiology to drive yield. She has been studying Pulse crops since 2000, when she started at the University of Saskatchewan. As part of her research program, she studies the physiology of the plant and field responses of crops, particularly lentils and chick peas. Lentils are relatively tolerant to drought, and although they are native to Asia they are grown throughout the world.
During Pulse Day, Dr. Bueckert explained the various practical ways to use the physiology of a plant to increase yield. When asked how she felt it went she responded, “It’s always hard the first time you meet an audience. You don’t know what level they are growing the crop or what they are interested in.” She seemed pleased with the way the event went and even remarked there was one presenter that she was very impressed with.
She explained weeds as, “the plague of agronomy is resistance these days.” She spoke about how weeds are a huge issue in Canada, and was rather impressed with the discussion on weeds.
As an overview, MonDak Pulse Day was an informative day for all, including Dr. Bueckert.
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