Experts Develop Tiny Tomatoes for Astronauts to Grow in Space |
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Researchers at the University of California Riverside genetically altered tomato plants to grow in ideal size for planting in space. With this study, astronauts might be able to plant tomatoes and eat freshly picked fruits at the International Space Station.
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IRRI Researchers Identify Genes and Markers for Low Glycemic Index and High Protein in Rice |
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Using genetics and artificial intelligence classification methods, researchers at the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) and colleagues from the University of California, Davis (the United States of America), the Max Planck Institute of Molecular Plant Physiology (Germany), and the Center of Plant Systems Biology (Bulgaria) have identified genes and markers responsible for low glycemic index (GI) and high protein content in rice.
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USDA APHIS Releases Regulatory Status Review on HB4 Wheat |
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On August 27, 2024, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) released the regulatory status review for HB4 wheat developed by Bioceres Crop Solutions to increase drought tolerance and resistance to glufosinate. APHIS' decision is a step forward to releasing HB4 wheat for commercialization.
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| A monthly update on gene drive research and development provided by ISAAA in collaboration with the Outreach Network for Gene Drive Research |
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GM APPROVAL UPDATES |
- The Philippines approved the canola event LBFLFK for food, feed, and processing.
- The Philippines approved the cotton event GFM cry1A for commercial cultivation.
- Brazil approved the wheat event HB4 for commercial cultivation.
- The Philippines approved the soybean event GMB 151 for food, feed, and processing.
- The Philippines approved the eggplant event EE-1 for cultivation
- The USA approved the canola event MON94100 for food and feed.
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