Australian scientists have discovered a gene (WAP1) that triggers flowering in cereals when they are at the right stage of development and environmental conditions are suitable.
Go deeper with GlobalData
The country’s Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation’s (CSIRO) Dr Ben Trevaskis said: “We are doing experiments to see if wheat can being genetically engineered so that farmers can plant as normal and watch crops grow but they would not flower until the farmer applied a chemical that would ‘turn on’ the gene,” he said.
“This would allow farmers to avoid late frosts which can decimate crops,” he added.
The discovery of WAP1 has been simultaneously confirmed in the USA and Canada.
How well do you really know your competitors?
Access the most comprehensive Company Profiles on the market, powered by GlobalData. Save hours of research. Gain competitive edge.
Thank you!
Your download email will arrive shortly
Not ready to buy yet? Download a free sample
We are confident about the unique quality of our Company Profiles. However, we want you to make the most beneficial decision for your business, so we offer a free sample that you can download by submitting the below form
By GlobalData
