Global Initiative

Global Canola Innovation Initiative

Connecting researchers, producers, and industry worldwide to advance canola production and knowledge sharing.

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Canola Global
Global Canola Innovation Initiative

Canola Global is a strategic initiative of PIAE (Prairie Institute for Agriculture and Ecology) focused on advancing canola production, research, and knowledge sharing on a global scale. This program connects researchers, producers, and industry stakeholders worldwide to address critical challenges facing canola agriculture.

Current Programs

Global Clubroot Seminar Series 2026 →

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An ongoing seminar series bringing together international experts to share the latest research, management strategies, and innovations in clubroot disease control. The program features leading researchers, agronomists, and industry specialists from major canola-producing regions worldwide.

Microscopy and field progression of Plasmodiophora brassicae infection in Brassica roots, 10-40 days after inoculation

Microscopy and field progression of Plasmodiophora brassicae infection in Brassica roots from 10 to 40 days after inoculation, showing intracellular colonization (IC), resting spore formation (RS), and gall development. Adhikary D. et al. 2025, Annu. Rev. Phytopathol. 63:603–26.

2026 Seminar Schedule Now Available

Featuring 13 leading research groups from 10 academic institutions across 5 nations and 2 continents

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Initiative Objectives

Research Collaboration

Foster international collaboration on canola research priorities and emerging challenges

Knowledge Exchange

Facilitate global knowledge sharing and best practices in canola production

Industry Innovation

Drive innovation in canola agriculture through industry-academia partnerships

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