Chinese researchers used CRISPR to create sweeter tomatoes without reducing size or yield.

Researchers in China have used CRISPR to modify two genes in tomatoes, increasing their sweetness by up to 30% without reducing size or yield. The edited tomatoes have fewer and lighter seeds but maintain good germination rates. This breakthrough could lead to sweeter tomatoes in supermarkets within the next few years and may be applicable to other crops.

November 13, 2024
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