Genetic modification (GM) involves altering the genetic makeup of organisms to achieve desired traits, such as pest resistance or herbicide tolerance. As GM crops become more prevalent in ...

Call it a mystery solved. Researchers from North Carolina State University have traced the origins of the Irish potato famine pathogen, Phytophthora infestans, to the Andes Mountains in South America.

Sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas) is a vital root crop known for its adaptability, high yield potential, and nutritional benefits. As the demand for this crop increases, understanding its genetic ...

The government is developing bio-fortified Irish potato varieties to combat malnutrition and stunting, The New Times has learned. Irish potatoes, a staple and one of six priority crops under Rwanda’s ...

Food labels can be confusing, but you should know the difference between organic items and non-GMO foods before you purchase ...

potatoes, and eggplants. This cutting-edge approach dramatically simplifies the process of genetic modification, leveraging viral vectors to streamline genome editing without the need for labor ...

The FDA is giving food manufacturers until Jan. 15, 2027, to reformulate their products to comply with the rule banning Red ...

Genetic modification (GM) and genome editing (GE) hold transformative potential for advancing sustainable agriculture by improving plant traits to meet several environmental and health objectives. GM ...

With the advent of hybrids and genetically modified crops, and a changing climate ... plus collections that include more than ...

Genetic changes have the ability to alter crop characteristics, and some crop breeding techniques take advantage of this.