An Australian led team of international researchers has discovered a gene in wheat that helps produce higher quality crops.
The scientists say the discovery could lead to increased protein in wheat by up to 25 percent with the potential to help improve its nutritional and economic value.
Researchers from the University of Adelaide and the UK’s John Innes Centre have identified the genetic driver that improves the yield traits of wheat.
Lead researcher Scott Boden from the University of Adelaide said the significant discovery follows revolutionary progress in wheat science over the past decade.
The scientists say it is the first known example where a forward-genetics screen of a mutant population has been used to identify a gene that controls reproductive development in wheat.
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