Lewis Flax
We are working to develop the native perennial Lewis Flax as an oilseed crops. Lewis Flax has similar seed characteristics to annual flax and thus can tap into existing flax markets.
Breeding
Health benefits from high omega-3 fatty acid content, which is required in the human diet but often limiting, make annual flax seeds a valuable product.
- Increase Seed Yield
- Incorporate Genetic Diversity
- Increase Oil Content
- Use Modern Breeding for Selections