Research Grant
[Cite as https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/DP0988193]Researchers: KHM Siddique (Chief Investigator) , Zed Rengel (Chief Investigator) , Dr Arthur Diggle (Partner Investigator) , Prof Jonathan Lynch (Partner Investigator)
Brief description Using modelling to optimise the structure and function of crop root systems for dryland agriculture. The crop root systems are poorly suited to harsh conditions in Australian agriculture, especially as climate is getting drier. Poor water-use efficiency lowers crop yields below the potential yield; moreover, unutilised water and nutrients contribute to environmental problems, eg salinity and eutrophication. This project will use our simulation model to develop computer-aided design of 3-D root structure and function (water and nutrient uptake) tailored to particular environments. Modelling will also link suitable root traits to genetic markers in well-characterised lupin germplasm. The blueprint developed here will be adaptable to other crops. The project will enhance breeding for increased water- and nutrient-use efficiency.
Funding Amount $420,000
Funding Scheme Discovery Projects
- PURL : https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/DP0988193
- ARC : DP0988193