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Scientists have demonstrated a new approach to crop breeding that could help overcome one of agriculture’s biggest challenges: developing varieties that are both highly productive and capable of withstanding harsh growing conditions
Pangenome breeding opens new route to higher yields and climate resilience Read More
Professor Varshney’s research has contributed to the development and delivery of more than 300 improved crop varieties, particularly legumes and cereals, benefiting millions of smallholder farmers across Asia and Africa
Indian-Australian scientist Rajeev Varshney named among world’s Top Agri-food Pioneers Read More
Importantly, the researchers identified genes responsible for novel disease resistance and environmental adaptation. These findings provide essential tools to enhance future breeding programs
International scientists unveil genetic insights in largest ever wheat genome sequencing project Read More
Clarivate’s Highly Cited Researchers list, established in 2001, is a global programme that identifies and celebrates the pinnacle of research impact and influence
Prof. Rajeev Varshney of Murdoch University named to Clarivate’s Highly Cited Researchers List for 11th year in a row Read More
Funded by Hort Innovation’s Frontiers investment programme, the goal is to develop new varieties of almonds, apples, citrus, macadamias and mangoes to ensure their long-term viability and global competitiveness
$41 Mn project, involving Australian genetics experts, to boost horticultural crop breeding Read More
MU researchers are collaborating with several laboratories to develop T2T or nearly complete genome assemblies for crops like wheat, chickpea, faba bean, papaya, passion fruit, custard apple, banana, and pineapple
Murdoch University’s genomics research opens door to new crop varieties Read More
The project aims to provide growers with access to high-performing wheat cultivars that maximise yield and grain quality while minimising environmental impact, said Prof Rajeev Varshney
Murdoch University researchers lead to advance wheat nitrogen use efficiency Read More
The genomic resources and unique genes presented in distant relatives of modern-day chickpeas in this new study will greatly benefit chickpea breeding and the advancement of the research community
Genetic traits of wild species make chickpea improvement possible: Study Read More
The study aims to enhance crop improvement efforts. The results found groundbreaking genomic variations in a collection of 390 peanut germplasm – the seeds, plants, or plant parts useful in crop breeding
Findings from Murdoch’s Food Futures Institute reveal potential for peanut crop improvement Read More
Globally recognised eminent agricultural scientist, Dr. Rajeev Varshney from Murdoch University (Australia) speaks to Agriculture Post on various challenging issues around agricultural research in India and the globe
Need to make agricultural research demand driven with private sector engagement: Dr. Rajeev Varshney, Murdoch University Read More