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Seeds of Innovation: GEFSES Symposium Bridges Continents Through Genome Editing

ɬ�﷬ — Wed, 30 Jul 2025 18:45:59 +0000

In March 2025, the GEFSES program hosted its annual international symposium, "Harnessing Genome Editing for Resilient Agriculture," in Ludhiana, India. The event was held in collaboration with Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) and Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU).

Scientists edit oat DNA for the first time, paving the way for healthier, more climate-resilient crops

ɬ�﷬ — Tue, 10 Jun 2025 13:10:29 +0000

For the first time, scientists have successfully edited oat DNA, a breakthrough that could accelerate the development of oats with more fibre, higher yields, and greater resilience to climate change.

Oats, a key crop both for human consumption and animal feed, are a major agricultural product in Canada, contributing to a global market work $8 billion. The Canadian oat crop is estimated to be worth approximately $900 million. But a short growing season and unpredictable late-season frost mean Canadian oat farmers face significant challenges.

Professor Jaswinder Singh selected for Mary E. Spencer award by the Canadian Society of Plant Biologists

ɬ�﷬ — Tue, 27 May 2025 20:21:38 +0000

The Canadian Society of Plant Biologists has selected Jaswinder Singh, Professor at ɬ�﷬'s Department of Plant Science, to receive the 2025 Mary E. Spencer award, which recognizes outstanding plant biology research contributions and active public service engagement in the plant biology community.