date:Nov 14, 2012
can identify small changes that might give us a clue to survival in stressful environments.
These DNA variants can then be used in breeding programmes, enabling us to harness the power of molecular biology without the necessity of GM crops.
The project places emphasis on bringing benefits for Europe through the development of new drought tolerant varieties. One of the partners is SweTree Technologies from Sweden, which is a forest biotechnology company. As the partner responsible for coordina