Plant Breeding Specialists improve crops by selecting and combining desirable traits. They design breeding programs, develop and test new varieties, and apply genetic tools and techniques. Their expertise contributes to producing high-yield, disease-resistant crops that support sustainability and enhance food security.

Job Responsibilities

• ●Select: Identify plants with strong traits for breeding.
• ●Cross: Combine varieties to produce improved offspring.
• ●Test: Evaluate new crop lines in field trials.
• ●Analyze: Use genetic markers to confirm plant traits.
• ●Release: Deliver improved varieties to farmers and industry.