Camelina genome analysis reveals how wild relatives could expand crop breeding options

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Researchers have analyzed the camelina genome, identifying insights that could help breeders develop varieties with improved performance, adaptability, and agricultural traits. The oilseed is attracting interest for food, livestock feed, and renewable fuel uses.

Camelina is a relatively new oilseed gaining interest for its potential use in food, livestock feed and renewable fuel markets. A newly published research paper provides insights into the camelina genome that could give breeders new tools to develop varieties with improved performance, stronger adaptability and traits that matter at the farm level.