Scientists just cracked the code to supercharge tree cloning—and it could transform how we grow forests, fight climate change, and secure global food supplies! A multinational team led by Tel Aviv University and Israel’s Volcani Institute finally nailed an eight-year quest to perfect genetic cloning for trees, published in Nature Biotechnology this week.
Their secret? Tweaking the classic 'stem cutting' method (you know, snipping branches to grow new plants) with a bioengineered material. Imagine copying your favorite avocado tree’s buttery fruit or drought resilience like a genetic Ctrl+C/Ctrl+V!
Current cloning success rates? Under 50%—a total buzzkill for farmers and conservationists. But this game-changer could slash costs and boost survival odds, making it viable for mass reforestation or hardier crops.
\"This isn’t just about trees,\" said one researcher. \"It’s about ensuring food security and biodiversity in a climate-chaotic world.\" For young innovators and eco-warriors, this tech could be the ultimate tool for a greener tomorrow.
A multinational team led by Tel Aviv University and Israel’s Volcani Institute finally nailed an eight-year quest to perfect genetic cloning for trees, published in Nature Biotechnology this week.
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