The OSGA supports various research projects with the goal of improving and optimizing sugar beet production practices in Ontario. Our research priorities include agronomic practices for sugar beets, disease management, weed control, insect pest management, and harvest and storage improvements. Researchers are encouraged to seek matching funding sources to enhance the scope of their projects.
Current Research Projects
Sugarbeet Early Pest Detection Survey
Start: March 11, 2021
Principal Investigators: Amanda Tracey, Dr. Cheryl Trueman, Katie Goldenhar
Research Summaries
Improving Management of Cercospora Leaf Spot (CLS) in Ontario Sugar Beets
Start: May 1, 2019
End: April 30, 2023
Principal Investigators: Dr. Cheryl Trueman
