Genetics
The use of genetics to develop new strains of plants and animals has brought major changes in agriculture since the 1920s. Genetics as the science dealing with the principles of heredity and variation in plants and animals was established only at the beginning of the 20th century. This section will contain information from many sources to help increase your understanding of the topic.
How genetically modified (GM) crops have reduced global agriculture’s greenhouse gas emissions.
Investigating technological challenges in development and food security.
Sheep genomics plays an important role in identifying and selecting livestock for mating
The European Commission has proposed changing its rules on genetically modified organisms (GMOs).
New institute to develop 'smart breeding' method for more resilient and climate-adaptive agriculture
Crop varieties that are more resilient to climate change and less dependent on chemical protection.
Groundbreaking work on genomic breeding values (gEBVs).
A plea to embrace the latest methods of crop genetic improvement.
Gene editing in agriculture to be rooted in facts and evidence, not scaremongering and hearsay.
GM is a technology that involves inserting DNA into the genome of an organism.
The Genetic Technology (Precision Breeding) Bill was given Royal Assent
GE technology has the potential to benefit the entire food supply chain, from producers to consumers
WUR researcher Daniel Moñino-López made a breakthrough in fighting late blight disease.
The process of plant domestication has been ongoing for thousands of years.
The point is to work in harmony with a plant’s natural capabilities but improve them
A multi-location trial at seven locations across Germany in 2021.
The results of Europe’s first ever field trial of a gene edited variety of wheat