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Sep 11

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Unlocking the Secrets of Salt Stress Tolerance in Wild Tomatoes

By Isabel Agriculture, Climate change, News, Plant Science

Researchers have uncovered genetic traits in wild tomatoes, specifically *Solanum pimpinellifolium*, that enhance salt stress tolerance. By analyzing plant vigor, shoot mass, and transpiration rates, they identified new genes linked to resilience in salty soils. These findings could inform breeding…

Jul 30

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Improving transformation frequency in maize

By Isabel Agriculture, News, Plant Science

Researchers have significantly improved maize transformation efficiency using ternary vectors and morphogenic regulators. This advancement enhances gene-editing research and potential agricultural applications by overcoming a major bottleneck in maize transformation frequency.

Jul 26

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How Not to Lose Tomatoes as We Dry Out Our Planet?

By Isabel Agriculture, Blog, Climate change, Fruits and Vegetables

Scientists have developed drought and salt-resistant tomato plants by discovering a new stress-response mechanism. By engineering these plants to produce a synthetic molecule that activates this mechanism, they enhance the plants' resilience. This breakthrough could ensure stable tomato production despite…

Jul 24

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Study shows the more you know about GMOs, the more you accept them as safe

By Isabel Agriculture, News, Plant Science

A recent survey of over 4,500 Americans reveals that increased knowledge about gene editing correlates with greater acceptance of its safety for agricultural and medical applications. The study emphasizes the need for effective science communication to shift public opinion, highlighting…

Jun 27

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Image: This award-winning image by Brandon James, Project Manager in the Swaminathan lab at the HudsonAlpha Institute, shows a thin slice of part of a Sorghum bicolor shoot apex. The fluorescent probes show cells in the shoot (nuclei labeled in blue) and the expression of RNA transcripts of a gene called KNAT1 (yellow). This is part of work by CABBI and its partners to better understand different cell types within sorghum stems and enable cell-type-specific engineering for bioenergy and novel bioproducts. Credit: Center for Advanced Bioenergy and Bioproducts Innovation (CABBI)

New resource pinpoints inner workings of sorghum plant cells for designing better bioenergy feedstock

By Isabel Agriculture, News

Researchers have developed a new resource to better understand sorghum plant cells, enhancing its use as a bioenergy feedstock. By identifying gene expression patterns in sorghum stems, they aim to create more resilient, productive plants. This advancement could lead to…

Jun 25

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Image: Aerial hyperspectral image showing the condition of wheat crops in Victoria, gathered by the University of Melbourne’s aircraft. Credit: HyperSens Laboratory.

Going back to the future for food crops

By Isabel Agriculture, News

New sensing techniques reveal drought tolerance in ancient wheat and barley relatives, enabling the breeding of resilient crops for a warmer world. This systematic approach uses advanced imaging technologies to identify beneficial traits, paving the way for sustainable agriculture and…

Jun 12

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Scientists unlock key to breeding ‘carbon gobbling’ plants with a major appetite

By Isabel Agriculture, Climate change, News

Scientists have uncovered how the enzyme carboxysomal carbonic anhydrase (CsoSCA) works in cyanobacteria. This discovery could lead to engineering crops that capture carbon dioxide more efficiently, boosting yields and resilience to climate change.

Jun 10

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Image: Two images of a wheat spike. The top image is a spike from an alog1 mutant, with additional spikelets highlighted in pink. The bottom image is a normal spike from a plant without the edited gene. Credit: University of Adelaide

Gene could unlock big wheat yields for a growing population

By Isabel Agriculture, News, Plant Science

Researchers identified molecular pathways regulated by the Photoperiod-1 (Ppd-1) gene to boost wheat yields. By editing the ALOG1 transcription factor, they increased branching in wheat and barley, potentially enhancing grain yield. Field trials are underway to test these gene-edited lines,…

May 31

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Fine Roots Make the Difference in Metabolomes and Microbiomes

By Isabel Agriculture, Plant Science

Fine roots from four tree species in a 26-year common garden study showed distinct microbiome and metabolome differences. Sequencing revealed that bacteria and fungi on root surfaces and surrounding soil differ significantly between absorptive and transportive fine roots. This emphasizes…

May 30

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Image: The conventional population on the left and the organic barley on the right: - Only experts can spot the differences with the naked eye. However, huge differences can be identified using molecular genetics. Credit: AG Prof. Léon/University of Bonn

Long-term study finds organic farming leads to adaptations in the genetic material in plants

By Isabel Agriculture, News

A 23-year study found that barley grown under organic farming conditions developed unique genetic adaptations, enhancing resilience to nutrient and water deficiencies. Unlike conventionally farmed barley, which became genetically uniform, organic barley maintained genetic diversity, aiding adaptation to environmental changes.

agriculture

Unlocking the Secrets of Salt Stress Tolerance in Wild Tomatoes

Improving transformation frequency in maize

How Not to Lose Tomatoes as We Dry Out Our Planet?

Study shows the more you know about GMOs, the more you accept them as safe

New resource pinpoints inner workings of sorghum plant cells for designing better bioenergy feedstock

Going back to the future for food crops

Scientists unlock key to breeding ‘carbon gobbling’ plants with a major appetite

Gene could unlock big wheat yields for a growing population

Fine Roots Make the Difference in Metabolomes and Microbiomes

Long-term study finds organic farming leads to adaptations in the genetic material in plants

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