Research Snapshots
Camelina
Research into camelina’s unique oil profile is of top priority for industry partners and researchers alike.
Camelina for companion animals: canine and equine oil supplements
Cultivating camelina’s unique traits provides more opportunities to prairie producers
Canary seed
Canary seed has attracted the attention of the food ingredient market for its starch and protein composition and its healthful fibre.
Watch for canary seed (alpiste) as a new food ingredient
Flax
Rich in heart healthy Omega-3 fatty acids, flax research has been geared towards enhancing the crops’ development.
Developing new flax varieties to meet the needs of industry
Quinoa
This ancient grain has an impressive nutritional profile and growing demand within the value-add food market.
Hemp
Hemp is a relatively new crop to Canada with an industry that is geared towards end-use products in food, feed, fibre, and fractions.
GxE: Learning how agronomic conditions affect the hemp industry in Canada
Mustard
Mustard research activities include increasing yield and innovative uses of this versatile crop.
Better yields with condiment mustard hybrids
A crop with big potential: Brassica carinata
Herbicide-tolerant mustard gives farmers more opportunity and flexibility in the field
Sunflower
Researchers are developing hybrid sunflower crops that adapt to Canadian growing conditions and produce seeds with superior traits.
A budding opportunity: sunflower variety development benefits Canadian value-chains
Diverse Field Crops Cluster
Supporting the research and development of high-potential special crops.