Biotechnology / Agriculture / Genetic Engineering
Developed By:
National Institute of Plant Genome Research (NIPGR), New Delhi
Technology Used:
CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing technology
Cultivar:
Nipponbare – a model japonica rice variety widely used in genetic studies due to its stable traits and high responsiveness to editing.
Key Features:
Objective: To increase phosphate uptake efficiency in rice
Approach: Edited specific genes regulating phosphate absorption
Result:
20–40% increase in yield under controlled, limited phosphate application
Better nutrient-use efficiency
Reduced dependence on phosphate-based fertilizers
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