In an agricultural advancement, scientists have deciphered the genetic underpinnings of watermelon chromosomal translocations, the key to cultivating fruits with fewer seeds. The global demand for ...

Better crops or a cop out? The new EU agreement on NGTs could open the pathway to a more secure food supply, but critics say health risks remain ...

On March 14, 2025, EU Member States agreed in the European Council on a common position to move forward with development of new rules for certain genetically modified plants generated using modern ...

Innovative plant breeding programmes using safe and proven nuclear techniques are vital for enhancing food security and sustainable agriculture. For nearly 60 years, the Joint FAO/IAEA Centre of ...

AI-driven plant breeding accelerates trait identification for climate adaptation and food security, but risks inequality and environmental harm. Democratic control of these technologies are vital for ...

Modern veterinary practices have proven instrumental to the Nigerian horse breeding industry, with traditional methods being relied upon predominantly before this breakthrough. Today, modern ...

Embryo rescue is a pivotal technique in modern seedless grape breeding, overcoming the natural barriers of embryo abortion and developmental arrest that commonly hinder the production of seedless ...

Millets, a group of nutritionally rich and resilient cereals, exhibit extensive genetic diversity that offers promising avenues for crop improvement. Modern breeding strategies increasingly integrate ...

In the face of climate change, apple breeding programs need innovative ways to select cultivars that can thrive under diverse conditions. A recent study demonstrates how integrating genomic data with ...

Pulses such as chickpeas, mung beans and lentils are staples of Pakistani cuisine. While many countries are reliant on imports, Pakistan has achieved self-sufficiency in mung bean production thanks to ...