Why is this research important for Alberta ag?
This project aims to test herbicide products, both pre- and post- emergent, on both narrow leaf blue lupin. The goal is to identify products that provide high levels of lupin tolerance along with high levels of weed control. Those identified products would become the focus of future research and potential minor use registration.
Weed control in lupin, particularly of broadleaves, is a particular challenge with current available products. For lupin to be adopted as a rotational crop in the prairies, an effective weed management strategy needs to be devised.
This project is the first step towards registrations of novel products for weed control in lupin.
What benefits can producers expect from this research?
Developing a usable, profitable cropping system around a novel crop is key for adoption of the crop in the intended growing area. This work will pave the way for future research and potential minor use registrations for herbicides in lupin to help facilitate the adoption of lupin as a novel alternative crop in western Canada.
How will these research findings reach producers on-farm?
Results will be shared with producers and funders at grower meetings, provincial extension opportunities, as well as other speaking opportunities. They will also be shared with ag media and over social media.