This greenhouse study evaluates SR5 microbial technology for improving weed control and crop performance while reducing herbicide rates in Alberta barley and canola. The research compares application strategies for managing kochia and wild oats while assessing crop safety, biomass and plant growth.
Funders/Partners: AdvancedAg
Project Overview
- Evaluate SR5, a microbial product designed to promote plant growth and potentially improve herbicide performance.
- Assess whether SR5 could support effective weed control of kochia and wild oats in barley and canola crops, when combined with reduced herbicide rates.
- Compare SR5 applied with the herbicide (tank mix) or 48 hours before herbicide application.
- Evaluate weed control, crop safety, plant height and crop and weed biomass.
Project Goals
- Evaluate the potential of SR5 to support effective weed control at reduced herbicide rates.
- Assess SR5 performance against broadleaf and grassy weeds in barley and canola.
- Compare tank-mix and pre-herbicide application strategies for SR5.
- Generate greenhouse data to identify promising treatments for future field evaluation.
