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Time to tap into agriculture's hidden genetic potential

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Briefings

Senior University of Queensland plant scientists warn that current selective breeding methods may limit future agricultural gains, suggesting a need for a new approach. This finding challenges established practices and highlights potential bottlenecks in crop improvement.

Key points

• A trio of senior University of Queensland plant scientists has called for a new way forward in agriculture.
• Selective breeding of crops for specific requirements may now be a roadblock to further gains.

Context

This finding challenges established practices and highlights potential bottlenecks in crop improvement, prompting a shift in agricultural research strategies.

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Evidence is limited to a single sentence from an article dated 2026-10-23. No specific crop names, breeding statistics, or experimental results are provided.

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