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#PotatoResearch #GeneticTechniques #CropImprovement #AgriculturalInnovation #FoodSecurity #SustainableAgriculture Learn how scientists are using genetic techniques to optimize potato breeding by identifying and removing harmful genes, leading to the development of improved potato varieties with ...

#GeneEditing #PotatoBreeding #AgriculturalInnovation #SustainableFarming #FoodSecurity Discover how scientists are revolutionizing potato breeding by employing advanced genetic techniques to remove undesirable genes and develop superior potato varieties. This article explores the process of ...

his article delves into the fascinating world of agricultural genetics, exploring how cutting-edge research is harnessing the power of genes to enhance crop resilience against both extreme temperature conditions and destructive pathogens. ...

Awash in a rowed sea of its brethren, a corn leaf relegated to the lowest rung of its stem spends much of a June afternoon doused in shade cast by the higher-ups. ...

No potato producer wants to find deep, rough and pitted lesions on the skin of their potatoes. Common scab disease is a widespread issue that can lead to major economic losses, at ...

Wada Farms announced this week it has entered into a strategic partnership with organic potato packer Genesis Organics located in Southern Idaho.This new exclusive partnership provides new avenues for growth in the ...

Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists in Albany, California, have found a way to streamline the process that scientists use to insert multiple genes into a crop plant, developing a reliable method that ...

Inner Mongolia’s Ulanqab city, located at 41 degrees north latitude with an average altitude of 1,400 meters, is currently undergoing a major potato harvest. Known as one of China’s leading potato-producing regions, ...

Renaissance BioScience has been awarded the 2024 "Crop Protection Solution of the Year" by AgTech Breakthrough for its pioneering yeast-based RNAi biopesticide technology. This platform offers a sustainable, scalable solution for targeting ...

The 1840s Irish potato famine stands as a stark reminder of the devastating impact plant diseases can have on food security. The blight that ravaged Ireland’s potato crops, caused by the pathogen ...

Potatoes, a major economic crop, are significantly impacted by Fusarium dry rot, a prevalent postharvest disease. Despite the broad-spectrum antimicrobial properties of cinnamaldehyde, a naturally-derived plant substance, its efficacy against the causal pathogen of ...

As he assumes his role, Prof. Toth expressed his enthusiasm for leading the EAPR, highlighting the association's unique blend of researchers, extension specialists, and industry professionals. He described the EAPR as a ...

Solynta's hybrid true potato seed varieties have been approved for commercial release in Kenya by the Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service. These innovative seeds offer disease resistance, cost efficiency, and improved storage, ...

Alternaria spp. cause different diseases in potato and tomato crops. Early blight caused by Alternaria solani and brown spot caused by Alternaria alternata are most common, but the disease complex is far more diverse.  Alternaria species adopt a ...

The Rising Threat of Late Blight Late blight is the most serious disease affecting potatoes, capable of destroying entire crops within days. This fungus attacks both the foliage and tubers, and its ...

A Call to Action Against a Formidable Foe Late blight affects both foliage and tubers, capable of decimating entire crops within one to two weeks. The pathogen's ability to develop resistance to ...

Plant pathogens (phytopathogens) of food crops are a major constraint on agricultural production worldwide. These phytopathogens are responsible for huge yield losses during pre-harvest, storage and the transportation of crops. It has ...

This article discusses the cultivation of over 60,000 potato seeds that spent five months in space, focusing on the innovative breeding techniques and potential agricultural advancements from this experiment.

Explore the inspiring journey of Pyro Group, a leading agricultural business in South Australia. From its New Zealand roots to becoming a major player in fresh produce and innovative farming practices, discover ...

Explore the EU's proactive measures against potato late blight with insights into the industry's action plan. Discover how stakeholders are uniting to combat this resurgence and safeguard Europe's potato farming sector.

In innovative efforts to combat the widespread threats of potato virus Y (PVY) and potato mop virus (PMTV), the federally funded Potato Virus Initiative is making significant progress. Led by Alex Karasev ...

Ohalo's revolutionary Boosted Breeding™ technology promises to transform agriculture by significantly improving crop productivity and sustainability. This breakthrough could help meet growing global food demands while making crops more adaptable to a ...