“It involves exploring knowledge of the functional genomics of species and organisms, by incorporating specific DNA sequences coding for desirable traits into crops of interest. This involves using tools of gene transfer such as Agrobacterium-mediated transformation, electroporation, particle bombardment, and calcium phosphate-mediated gene transformation,” Akinbo explained.
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In secondary school, if you took agricultural science in junior secondary, you would have seen this phrase “new varieties” of…
Vice President Kashim Shettima has urged experts in the biotechnology ecosystem to harness the innovative power of biotech to drive economic growth.
The Federal Government has advised farmers to embrace biotechnology as a measure to tackle food shortage and disease control.
Untapping the potential of Nigeria and West Africa in terms of food exports and the necessity to maximize the benefits…
A don, Prof. Folashade Olajuyigbe, has identified biotechnology as panacea to the contemporary issues in coastal environment and achieving the Millennium Sustainable Development Goals (MSDGs).
Nigeria is set to host an international conference on biotechnology.
As we match towards 2024 and beyond with political baggage, uncertainties, and a frustrating national economy, it appears that the only goldmine every Nigerian should be considering and preparing themselves for is the diversion of their interests to agriculture. This is the reason why the Nigerian government should create an environment conducive for commercial agriculture.
“The use of modern technology has increased productivity in many countries in the world. With technology, smallholder farmers are guaranteed quality harvests and increased yields. For instance, yield increases can be achieved through technologies that protect the crop from insect damage, thus allowing the plant’s full yield potential to be realised,” said Dr. Jonathan.
Stakeholders in the country’s biotechnology sector on Tuesday in Abuja reaffirmed that they are ready to collaborate in finding solutions…