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AgTech360
From the N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative at NC State comes a podcast that takes a 360° view of emerging agriculture technologies. Join the host, N.C. PSI Executive Director Adrian Percy as he speaks with academic researchers, industry experts, growers, producers, Extension specialists, and others in the agtech community.
AgTech360
Trait Innovation and the Future of Farming
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AgTech 360
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Episode 75
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Charlie Baxter, Head of Trait R&D at Syngenta discusses how plant traits, biotechnology and genome editing are shaping the future of agriculture. From insect resistance and herbicide tolerance to AI-driven trait discovery and precision breeding, Charlie explains how crop trait innovation is helping farmers improve yield, strengthen climate resilience and advance sustainable farming practices. The conversation also explores the future of crop improvement, the evolving role of genetic technologies in agriculture and how companies like Syngenta are developing next-generation solutions to help feed a growing global population.
