Irradiation can be used to induce mutations in plants with the goal to produce varieties that display improved product quality, have higher yields and yield stability, greater resilience to climate change and tolerance to environmental stresses. We help Member States use mutation techniques to optimise plant biodiversity.
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Accelerating Growth: IAEA Launches Plant Mutation Breeding Network for Asia and the Pacific
Accelerating Growth: IAEA Launches Plant Mutation Breeding Network for Asia and the Pacific
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From Lab to Field: Indonesian Scientists Develop New Crops for Farmers Using Nuclear Science
From Lab to Field: Indonesian Scientists Develop New Crops for Farmers Using Nuclear Science
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How Nuclear Techniques Help Feed China
How Nuclear Techniques Help Feed China
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Drought-tolerant Crops to Contribute to Food Security in Namibia
Drought-tolerant Crops to Contribute to Food Security in Namibia
