b'The presence of DON in the malt can affect the taste of the beer and may also cause gushing (excess foam) when being bottled or opened, he adds.Whats A Farmer To Do?So, what is the best plan of action to remain vigilant in the protection against fusarium?Always start with the best seed you can and use a seed treatment as you want your crop to get the best start possible, says Whiting. Pay attention to the weather andif conditions are right for the development of (fusarium) at headingthen consider a fungicide application specifically for (fusarium). He adds farmers want the best return on investment possible, which involves a combination of agronomics, yield, grade, and quality.Farmers are advised to select varieties with genetic resistance to the pathogen, Klaas says.This is a really good news story that ties into agricultural sustainability. The selection of a resistant variety ties into IPM which could reduce the environmental loading of rescue foliar applications of crop protection products and improve land and water use efficiencies by protecting yields with lower input costs.One of Rahr Malting Companys germination vessels.PHOTO: RAHRWELL BUILD GROWINGBUSINESSESTOGETHER.Our industry stands ready to meet the challenges and opportunities of the future. With innovation and drive, we will find new approaches, develop new techniques and grow agriculture in Alberta.PROUD TO GROW AGRICULTURE IN ALBERTAAFSC.ca30seed.ab.ca'