ICRISAT secures CRISPR rights to boost crop yields, ease India's food security
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Why in news
ICRISAT secured CRISPR Cas9 rights from Corteva and The Broad Institute to enhance crop yields and resilience in pulses and sorghum to bolster food security.
Background
ICRISAT (International Crops Research Institute for International Agriculture) secured humanitarian rights for CRISPR Cas9 technology. The technology targets chickpea, pigeon pea, and sorghum to improve yields without introducing foreign genes.
Facts for Prelims
- S&TCRISPR Cas9: A gene-editing tool that allows precise changes to DNA sequences.
- BodyICRISAT: An international research organization focused on improving agriculture in dry-land regions.
- FactTarget crops for the technology include chickpea, pigeon pea, and sorghum.
For Mains
Q. How can gene-editing technologies like CRISPR contribute to achieving India's food security goals while ensuring sustainable agricultural practices?
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- yield enhancement
- climate resilience
- reduction in import dependency
- biotech safety regulations
Keywords: Food Security · Gene Editing · CRISPR Cas9 · Agricultural Innovation · Crop Resilience
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