CRISPR/Cas9-mediated mutagenesis of FT/TFL1 in petunia improves plant architecture and early flowering

Stage
Research & Development (R&D)
Status
Ongoing
Start Year
2024
Project Description
This project focuses on improving plant architecture and promoting early flowering in petunia through CRISPR/Cas9-mediated mutagenesis of the FT/TFL1 genes.
Area of Focus
Egypt – Turkey
Trait(s)
Compact flowers, smaller plants with high flower abundance
Project GEd Technique
CRISPR/Cas9
Countries Active
Egypt