印度推出第一批经基因组编辑的稻米, 以提高产量、节水、减少排放。 India unveils first genome-edited rice to boost yields, conserve water, and cut emissions.

印度农业部长揭露了由ICAR开发的印度第一个经基因组编辑的稻米品种DRR Dhan 100(Kamala)和Pusa DST Rice 1。 India's Agriculture Minister unveiled the country's first genome-edited rice varieties, DRR Dhan 100 (Kamala) and Pusa DST Rice 1, developed by ICAR. 这些品种旨在将稻米产量提高20-30%,节约用水,减少温室气体排放。 These varieties aim to boost rice yields by 20-30%, conserve water, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. 其设计更能耐旱,使用氮的效率更高。 They are designed to be more drought-tolerant and efficient in using nitrogen. 该部长强调了研究在确保粮食安全和减少对进口的依赖方面的作用。 The minister highlighted the role of research in ensuring food security and reducing import dependence.