Gene Editing Supplement

China, the world leader in both wheat production and consumption, granted the first approval for gene-edited wheat variety enhanced to resist disease. This marks a significant step forward for new breeding innovations in the country, considering wheat is a staple ingredient in foods like pasta, noodles, and bread.

Gene-edited Tomato Exhibits Improved Drought Resistance and Fruit Yield

A study published in Plant, Cell & Environment shows improved drought resistance and fruit yield of tomatoes through endoreduplication. This study opens opportunities to develop drought-resistant tomatoes that can withstand agricultural challenges brought about by climate change.

Enhanced CRISPR-Cas9 Enables Stable Insertion of Large Genes

Scientists at the Leibniz Institute of Plant Biochemistry (IPB) have successfully inserted large gene segments into the DNA of higher plants very efficiently in a stable and precise manner. The research team optimized CRISPR-Cas9, and the improved method offers great opportunities for the targeted modification of genes in higher plants, both for breeding and research.

Gene Editing Boosts Soybean Yield and Protein Content

Chinese scientists used gene editing to produce a soybean variety with increased yield and protein content. Their research may increase domestic soybean production and help with global food security.

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