An international team of researchers has unveiled the entire genome map of an ancient cereal crop called einkorn - the world’s first domesticated crop - which may pave a pathway to a sustainable and food secure future.
Companies are exploring the potential of genetic engineering to boost the nutritional content, productivity and climatic adaptability of so-called orphan crops in the continent.
An international group of scientists has pinpointed the genes responsible for the dietary content of white flour, which opens possibilities to manufacturers to satiate the consumers' love of white bread, while critically boosting their fibre intake.
Arcadia Biosciences has appointed Randy Shultz as head of R&D to nurture its recently formed specialty genomics team and focus on the company’s wheat project with Ardent Mills.
A group of international researchers have developed a new wheat variety that is safe to be consumed by people who suffer from celiac disease and gluten allergies.