Plant scientists have made a breakthrough that could lead to new, high-yielding, disease-resistant crop varieties

The genetic mechanism controlling wheat breeding has been uncovered by a team of scientists at the John Innes Centre

Ramularia leaf spot is one of the top two diseases of spring barley in Scotland and Ireland and can cause yield losses of 15% or more if not controlled

GM purple tomatoes are being harvested in Ontario, Canada, for future research and to attract interest from private investors

Scientists have discovered that changing temperatures can have a big effect on resistance to yellow rust, one of the most serious diseases of wheat

The gene that has provided spring barley with resistance to powdery mildew for over 30 years increases susceptibility to newly-important disease Ramularia leaf spot

John Innes Centre scientists have outlined advances in the lab that could translate into pesticide-free protection from disease in the field

Three teams of UK and USA researchers will begin a programme of novel research to revolutionise current farming methods by giving crops the ability to thrive without using costly, polluting manufactured fertilisers

New research could help explain the dramatic effect on soil health and yield of crop rotation