06/23/2026
Another great interview from Alberta Seed Guide with our barley breeder, Yadeta! Read the full story here: https://www.seed.ab.ca/breeding-barley-for-an-uncertain-water-future/
What is the value of water?
For Prairie farmers, it’s measured in yield, quality, profitability — and increasingly, resilience.
As rainfall becomes more unpredictable, plant breeders are working to develop barley varieties that can make better use of available moisture, tolerate drought stress, and maintain performance when conditions turn challenging.
Western Crop Innovations breeder Yadeta Kabeta says water variability has become one of the defining challenges facing Prairie crop production, making water-use efficiency a critical breeding target.
It's a timely reminder that the value of water isn't just about how much falls from the sky — it's also about how effectively crops can use it.
Read the story in the comments!
