UC Davis’ Joshua Hegarty received an $800K USDA grant to breed triticale with better bread-baking qualities while maintaining high yields and low input needs, aiming to boost food security and value for farmers worldwide.
UC Davis scientists have discovered the PLATZ1 gene in wheat. This gene controls plant height and boosts yield, especially in water-scarce conditions. It also helps produce longer coleoptiles for deeper planting, improving moisture access.
Alessandro Ossola, UC Davis Assistant Professor, received the 2022 New Innovator in Food & Agriculture Research Award for his project on using big data to develop climate models for urban tree crops, aiding climate-resilient food systems.
UC Davis’ Charlie Brummer urges a shift from single-crop to multi-crop farming to boost sustainability, reduce costs, and slow climate change. A full-system approach, including policy reform, is key to supporting the transition.
UC Davis’ Taylor Lab received new DOE funding to grow poplar trees for sustainable jet fuel, helping reduce aviation emissions. Researchers study drought resilience, tree regrowth, and genes to support climate goals and farmer profits.
An international team, including Cameron Pittelkow, developed a strategy for reducing nitrogen fertilizer use in China’s rice production. Their plan would cut pollution, boost efficiency, and sustain food security while addressing environmental harm.
The nonprofit organization Pacific Horticulture has released a new video describing research to develop irrigation recommendations for landscape plants, the science behind the process, and early ideas for mindful gardeners and landscapers.
Lorence Oki's research on water-efficient roses reveals cultivars that stay aesthetically pleasing with minimal irrigation. His trials, part of the Climate-Ready Landscape Plants project, help develop low-water options for sustainable landscaping.
Jorge Dubcovsky of UC Davis was awarded the Frank N. Meyer Medal for his pioneering work on wheat genetics, including the development of germplasm and wheat varieties that improve yield, nutrition, and climate resilience.
Isha Poudel, a UC Davis master's student in international agricultural development, has received an American Association of University Women fellowship. Her research focuses on gender equity and disaster resiliency in food systems.
