/plant/channels_item/13 en /plant/node/73684 <p>Pre-harvest sprouting (PHS) is a major global issue affecting cereal crops like wheat and barley. It occurs when grains begin to germinate on the plant before harvest due to environmental triggers like moisture and humidity, combined with genetic factors such as low seed dormancy. This premature sprouting degrades starch, reducing grain quality and leading to significant economic losses—estimated at $1 billion globally, and $100 million annually in Canada.</p> Wed, 24 Sep 2025 17:44:13 +0000 »ÆƬÀóÖ¦ÊÓƵ /plant/node/57176 <p>In March 2025, the GEFSES program hosted its annual international symposium, <i>"Harnessing Genome Editing for Resilient Agriculture,"</i> in Ludhiana, India. The event was held in collaboration with Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) and Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU).</p> Wed, 30 Jul 2025 18:45:59 +0000 »ÆƬÀóÖ¦ÊÓƵ /plant/node/73298 <p>The Canadian Society of Plant Biologists has selected <a href="/plant/singh-jaswinder">Jaswinder Singh</a>, Professor at »ÆƬÀóÖ¦ÊÓƵ's Department of Plant Science, to receive the 2025 Mary E. Spencer award, which recognizes outstanding plant biology research contributions and active public service engagement in the plant biology community.</p> Tue, 27 May 2025 20:21:38 +0000 »ÆƬÀóÖ¦ÊÓƵ