The Center for Arid Farming and Conservation Agriculture Research conducted the harvesting of wheat genetic line trials from 16 to 18 June 2026 as part of its ongoing research program aimed at developing and evaluating superior wheat varieties adapted to local environmental conditions and capable of achieving high productivity under rainfed farming systems.

  The trials included genetic materials of both durum and bread wheat supplied by the International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA). A total of 348 genetic lines were evaluated and monitored throughout their growth stages in the Center’s research fields located in Al-Qubbah and Shrikhan in Nineveh Province.

  The experiments were conducted within a comprehensive scientific framework designed to identify the most promising genetic lines based on grain yield potential, adaptation to local growing conditions, and tolerance to climatic and environmental stresses. The collected data will contribute to ongoing breeding efforts aimed at developing improved wheat varieties capable of supporting sustainable agricultural production in dryland environments.

  Researchers emphasized that these trials represent an important stage in the varietal development process, providing valuable scientific information for the selection of high-performing genetic materials that can enhance agricultural productivity and strengthen resilience to environmental challenges.

  This activity aligns with several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including:

SDG 2: Zero Hunger

SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production

SDG 13: Climate Action

SDG 15: Life on Land

SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals

  Through collaborative research and the evaluation of diverse wheat genetic resources, this initiative contributes to advancing crop improvement programs, strengthening food security, and promoting sustainable agricultural development in Nineveh Province and other dryland regions.

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