A Conversation About Innovation in Food & Agriculture
A Conversation About Innovation in Food & Agriculture
As the world’s population expands and its environment continues to change, natural resources will become increasingly scarce. But thanks to modern agricultural technology farmers can grow food more efficiently, in ways that use less water, soil, fertilizer and pesticides. These advancements have also made climate-resilient plants and disease-resistant animals a reality, allowing society to grow more food on less land, and create a more sustainable future for the planet.
As crops are planted and harvested annually, the black fertile layer can be lost from tilling and natural erosion from wind or rain. Gene editing can help.
Gene editing is a breakthrough solution that could help reduce and address the impacts of climate change.
Gene editing is transforming the industry.
A geneticist in Hawaii shares her plan to save the island’s native birds.
Thanks to innovation, scientists have created an American chestnut tree that is totally resistant to the blight that made the tree nearly extinct.
Scientists have discovered a way to grow seeds in high-saline conditions.
Accurate gene editing technology leaves “chance” in the past.
It’s no secret. The world is warming as a result of climate change.
The food scientist talks about the innovation that could improve nutrition.
Scientists are developing microbes that give plants the nitrogen they need.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln scientist is developing crops that could be drought-tolerant.
New advancements can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and protect endangered species.
The continual and relentless rise of global temperatures is threatening coral reefs around the world.
New technology could dramatically reduce the number of potatoes in landfills.
Scientists are breeding plant and animal varieties that can withstand diseases.