Plant breeding and genetics: Understanding the basics

According to Dr Greg Rebetzke, Chief Research Scientist at CSIRO, plant breeding is the key cornerstone of modern agriculture. Unless we have the best varieties, giving us the capacity to breed high yielding crops, then there's greater risk in farming. This podcast delves into the history of plant breeding and Dr Rebetzke brings us up to date with the latest research into breeding and explains plant genetics.  Watch the video here https://youtu.be/gDFBnz3mz1c Contact Dr Greg Rebetzke, Chief Research Scientist, CSIRO [email protected] More Information Breeding investments Plant Breeding: securing the world's future food production capability Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices