CRISPR-Cas9-mediated knockup of OsDREB1C enhances rice yield without compromising grain quality.

ABSTRACT: This study presents a CRISPR-Cas9-based strategy for engineering structural variations in the OsDREB1C gene in rice, leading to a yield increase of over 20% without compromising grain quality. The resulting homozygous plants are transgene-free, highlighting the potential of this approach for precise and effective crop improvement.

SUBMITTER: Luo Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12545883 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature