CRISPR technologies revolutionize plant genome editing, enabling diverse modifications such as gene knockout, upregulation, and precise sequence alterations. Multiplexing in plants is crucial, targeting traits like yield, biofortification, and stress tolerance. Efforts aim to develop multi-stress tolerant wheat cultivars for climate resilience. Challenges in multi-target editing and stress interaction complexities suggest enhancing local landraces for specific traits instead of a generalized “super wheat.” This targeted approach offers sustainable solutions for enhancing crop yields under varying environmental conditions.
source:https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0168945224000487
