EPISODE · Apr 8, 2025 · 10 MIN
20-year yarns: NVT over the years - Steve Jefferies
from GRDC Podcast · host Grains Research and Development Corporation
The National Variety Trials (NVT) Program was established by GRDC in 2005 and since then it has evolved into the largest coordinated variety trial network in the world. Each year, more than 640 trials are conducted across over 300 locations nationwide, encompassing 10 different crop species. This year marks the 20-year anniversary of NVT – a great time to reflect on the evolution and success of the program. In this podcast we speak to prominent plant breeder and former GRDC managing director, Dr Steve Jefferies about the value of the NVT to growers and breeding companies. Contact [email protected] More Information GroundCover Supplement - Celebrating 20 years of NVT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The National Variety Trials (NVT) Program was established by GRDC in 2005 and since then it has evolved into the largest coordinated variety trial network in the world. Each year, more than 640 trials are conducted across over 300 locations nationwide, encompassing 10 different crop species. This year marks the 20-year anniversary of NVT – a great time to reflect on the evolution and success of the program. In this podcast we speak to prominent plant breeder and former GRDC managing director, Dr Steve Jefferies about the value of the NVT to growers and breeding companies. Contact [email protected] More Information GroundCover Supplement - Celebrating 20 years of NVT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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