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U of I wheat breeder discovers genetic mutation associated with yield gain
July 30, 2026
MOSCOW, Idaho, July 30 -- The University of Idaho issued the following news release:

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U of I wheat breeder discovers genetic mutation associated with yield gain

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ABERDEEN, Idaho -University of Idaho scientists have discovered a naturally occurring genetic mutation in wheat associated with a 5% to 10% yield increase.

U of I College of Agricultural and Life Sciences researchers led by wheat breeder Jianli Chen, based at the Abe . . .

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