CDC hires Lentil and Faba Bean Breeder

A new lentil and faba bean breeder has been hired at the University of Saskatchewan's Crop Development Centre. 

Dr Ana Vargus grew up in Central America where she worked in common bean and corn breeding and completed her PhD at the University of Saskatchewan.

"The Crop Development Centre and the University of Saskatchewan have a great history of excellence, innovation, and collaboration that make our institution the best place to work. I look forward to building upon this great history through my experience and passion for pulses and crop improvement." 

Vargus will serve as Agri-Food Innovation Fund Chair and will hold an assistant professor appointment in the Department of Plant Sciences. 

She begins her new role January 2nd at the Crop Development Centre in Saskatoon. 

The CDC  has released 40 lentil and five faba bean varieties through its breeding program.