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Unveiling the Power of Plant Science

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The Global Plant Council, member of the global initiative “AIM for Climate“, invites you to join us for an the first webinar of the “Plant Science-Based Solutions for Climate Change” webinar series. This first installment, featuring: Claudia Stange (Universidad de Chile) and Rodrigo Gutierrez (P. Universidad Católica de Chile).

Dr Stange’s research is focused on the genetic improvement of plants to combat the effects of the climate crisis, offering innovative strategies to adapt and thrive in changing environments. Meanwhile, Dr Gutierrez will share his projects in the challenging Atacama Desert, showcasing nature’s resilience and the power of sustainable plant science.

Register now to secure your spot and be part of the conversation that can help shape a greener future.

Speakers: (Universidad de Chile) and Rodrigo Gutierrez (P. Universidad Católica de Chile).
Moderators: Liana Acevedo-Siaca (Michigan State University) and Isabel Mendoza (Global Plant Council)

To register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_FVMKFLWPQTK_hRsR1kfR7A

Image: Agricultural landscape dominated by exotic species of European origin (La Honda Creek Preserve, California, U.S.A.). Credit: Dr Javier Galán Díaz

Can we predict if a plant species will become exotic?

By | News, Plant Science

Plant species become exotic after being accidentally or deliberately transported by humans to a new region outside their native range, where they establish self-perpetuating populations that quickly reproduce and spread. This is a complex process mediated by many factors, such as plant traits and genetics, which challenges the creation of general guidelines to predict or manage plant invasions.

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Researchers map complete millet genome to help with food security

By | Agriculture, Fruits and Vegetables, News

New knowledge of ancient grain may enable breeding for climate change adaptation. An international team of researchers has unlocked a large-scale genomic analysis of Setaria or foxtail millet, an important cereal crop. The study advances our understanding of the domestication and evolution of foxtail millet, as well as the genetic basis for important agricultural traits.

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‘Devastating’ fungal infections wiping out crops and threatening global food security, experts warn

By | Agriculture, News, Plant Health

Scientists have warned of the ‘devastating’ impact that fungal disease in crops will have on global food supply unless agencies across the world come together to find new ways to combat infection. Worldwide, growers lose between 10 and 23 per cent of their crops to fungal infection each year, despite widespread use of antifungals. An additional 10-20 per cent is lost post harvest. Academics predict those figures will worsen as global warming means fungal infections are steadily moving polewards, meaning more countries are likely to see a higher prevalence of fungal infections damaging harvests.

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