February 27, 2024
Collaboration with Australian National University aims to speed up creation of climate-resilient wheat
The Grains Research & Development Corporation (GRDC) has embarked on a collaborative initiative alongside the Australian National University (ANU) and key industry stakeholders, with the overarching objective of expediting the development of climate-resilient wheat varieties.
The undertaking, valued at $1.9 million and slated to span three years, is strategically designed to bolster the heat tolerance of wheat genetics while delving into the nuanced dynamics of crop survivability, growth and yield production in the face of elevated temperature conditions.
The impetus behind the investment is rooted in the tangible repercussions of escalating global temperatures on crop yields, a phenomenon that reverberates across pivotal food-producing regions not only within Australia but also extending beyond its borders.
Through strategic partnerships and the concerted channeling of research efforts, GRDC is strategically positioned to furnish the industry with tools, insights, and innovations requisite for navigating the multifaceted challenges precipitated by the evolving climatic milieu and the dynamic agricultural landscape.
- ChemAnalyst