BASF and Molecular Plant Breeding CRC strengthen cooperation to develop genetically optimized wheat
Multimillion dollar agreement on developing high yielding wheat that is more resistant to drought and fungal diseases
"We are intensifying the cooperation with MPBCRC, because the results achieved to date have exceeded our expectations," states Dr. Hans Kast, President and CEO of BASF's plant biotechnology company.
As part of the joint research program, BASF Plant Science is making available its comprehensive collection of gene candidates for yield increase, drought tolerance and resistance to fungal diseases. MPBCRC will provide expertise and a patented technique for developing highly effective genetic modifications of wheat under typical agricultural conditions.
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