Field surveys on the Canadian Prairies have reported that 69% of fields sampled for wild oats contain wild oats with some level of herbicide resistance. The project involves a multi-faceted approach to addressing the resistance issue. Funding for a part-time manager is requested to coordinate a number of activities including developing inventory of past and current research on wild oat biology and management, a voluntary producer testing program to increase awareness and an extension and awareness program.

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