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Plant and animal breedingPlant and animal breeding

Scientists and farmers use selective breeding to improve the characteristics of plants and animals. This includes genetic sequencing - a process which allows scientists to determine the precise sequence of DNA nucleotides for a living organism.

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Plant and animal breeding

Scientists and farmers have manipulated the DNA of crops and animals by selective breeding for centuries. This has been used to improve certain characteristics for example:

  • higher food yields
  • higher nutritional values
  • pest and disease resistance
  • the ability to thrive in particular environmental conditions

These characteristics help to support sustainable food production. The quality of a variety or strain of plant (cultivar) can be investigated using plant field trials.

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