Long coleoptile wheat

Project Details

Dates

November 2022 - February 2026

Location

Kinnabulla, Nullawil, Birchip

Funders

BCG Team

Background

This project aims to support the integration of long coleoptile wheat varieties into Australian farming systems, improving establishment and adaptability in dry-sowing conditions.

What is the coleoptile?

The coleoptile is the protective sheath that encloses the emerging shoot, and its length determines the depth from which a seed can successfully emerge. Long coleoptile wheat varieties, including those with the RHT 13/18 gene, offer advantages in deep-sowing scenarios, allowing farmers to access subsoil moisture and improve crop establishment in challenging environments.

Outcomes

The project will examine a range of environmental, genetic, and management factors influencing coleoptile length and wheat performance. A key outcome of this work is the development of an industry standard for measuring coleoptile length, providing a consistent framework for variety selection and agronomic decision-making. 

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