Coleoptile and root traits for strong wheat establishment (Facey Group)

Dr Sarah Rich (CSIRO) explains how coleoptile traits can unlock new sowing opportunities to improve wheat drought resilience. PhD candidate and Hub bursary recipient Huyen Pham (UWA) explores how the rhizosheath supports nutrient uptake, water access, and long-term crop performance.

Watch and learn practical strategies for stronger, more resilient wheat from the ground up!

This webinar was part of Facey Group’s Drought Resilience in Action webinar series, which examined SW WA Hub and Future Drought Fund project in greater detail, showcasing progress, innovations, and practical insights into building drought-resilient farming systems.

Facey Group is the South-Eastern Wheatbelt Node of the South-West WA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub (SW WA Hub).