Science & Climate

Drought-Resistant Crop Breeding and Food Security

Agricultural geneticists cultivate grain varieties resilient to soil salinity and heat stress.

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Drought-Resistant Crop Breeding and Food Security

Agricultural geneticists cultivate grain varieties resilient to soil salinity and heat stress.

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