GM Rice

Nematodes are another economically important rice pest. They are prevalent in Asia and Africa causing up to 70% yield loss to

Source: Plant Nematology Lab, University of Leeds

upland and lowland rice. There is a great need to develop nematode-resistant rice varieties, as previous chemical methods to reduce nematode infection are considered ecologically destructive. Nematicides pose great threat to none target organisms, to our aquatic ecosystems, drinking water supplies, and to the ozone layer.

Other indications of nematode infestations in rice are: slow growth, reduced plant height reducing tillering, and the panicles become crinkled and empty.

Related topics:

• Virus resistance
• Virus resistance technology
• Nematode resistance
• Nematode resistance technology
• Herbicide tolerance
• Herbicide tolerance technology
• Iron-rich
• Golden rice
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  • Issues
  • Current status

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