We're hiring a #PhD candidate at #SLU to study the interaction between Tilletia spp. and wheat, aiming to develop #breeding tools for bunt-free #wheat. This project is a collaboration between industry and academia. Apply now and join our team! 🔬🧬🌾 slu.se/en/about-slu/w…

"Naga Charan Konakalla's research on molecular delivery vehicles will affect the design and development of next-generation pesticides", says Rameshvetukuri. slu.se/en/ew-news/202…

We are very proud of our master's student, Bharathi, for winning SLU Global Sustainability Award for Innovative Research. Congratulations! I also commend Naga Charan for his excellent supervision. slu.se/en/ew-news/202…

Ten new bacterial strains from the tomato microbiome show potential for promoting plant growth and controlling diseases. "By using a microbiome-guided approach we ensure that we select strains with real-world application potential", says Rameshvetukuri slu.se/en/ew-news/202…

This discovery brings us closer to a future where we can develop crops with stronger defense systems, says Rameshvetukuri For the first time, scientists have shown that a crop can control a beneficial fungus with sRNA molecules. slu.se/en/ew-news/202…

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"An innovative project based on unique scientific findings and a true understanding of the potential of deep tech and science for application within an industry of great commercial importance." Congratulations Rameshvetukuri on the innovation prize! slu.se/ew-nyheter/202…

"We want to foster a new generation of plant breeders and biotechnologists equipped to meet the demands of a changing agricultural landscape. We hope that the BREEDTECH project will make a lasting impact on global agriculture", says Rameshvetukuri. slu.se/en/ew-news/202…

"Ramesh Vetukuri is one of the best supervisors, known for his knowledge, helpfulness, and friendliness. He is committed, enthusiastic, approachable, and always available to support students." Rameshvetukuri won the Best Supervisor Award 2024. slu.se/en/ew-news/202…

Fungal diseases can harm trees, reduce forest productivity, and threaten biodiversity. Traditional fungicides often have downsides, such as harming the environment. Rameshvetukuri and colleagues from Czech Republic explore RNAi as an option: slu.se/en/ew-news/202…

Our study shows spray-induced gene silencing combats Fusarium head blight without disrupting cereal crop microbiomes. Kudos to Poorva, Samrat & team Hailing Jin @RogerInnes1 John Innes Centre CBC Gabriele Berg miCROPe Novo Nordisk Foundation slu.se/en/ew-news/202… (via SLU)

🌾 Hutton scientists are one step closer to identifying a gene-silencing spray to fight Fusarium head blight, a major threat to wheat, #barley & other cereals. The breakthrough could protect yields, improve grain quality and boost #FoodSecurity. 🌍 More: bit.ly/3Dn5z8v

Great discussions in Trelleborg with farmers & advisors on sustainable crop protection. Thanks to Andreas Ekfrost for the warm welcome! slu.se/ew-nyheter/202… #PlantHealth #Biocontrol #Microbiome #SLU #SustainableAg #CropProtection

Ramesh Vetukuri was shared the latest advances in spray-induced gene silencing & biocontrol with farmers in Trelleborg. "The discussion sparked great interest in how these sustainable approaches can reduce chemical use while improving crop resilience." slu.se/en/ew-news/202…

With the help of microbes, plants can improve their growth, stay healthy, and endure stress. In a new study on finger millet, SLU researchers show that plants play an active role in choosing which microbes live in and around them. slu.se/en/ew-news/202…

Many opportunities to exploit rhizosphere microbiome for crops. No longer only consider plant genome/GWAS for traits: look at fungi/bacteria. New multisite field trial complexity we can analyse TrendsPlantSci Rodomiro Ortiz, Sangam Dwivedi, @plgepts EtAl sciencedirect.com/science/articl…

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🌱 Students & researchers from Africa joined SLU Alnarp for BREEDTECH training in advanced molecular #PlantBreeding. Hands-on labs, CRISPR, SIGS & a visit to Borgeby Fältdagar! slu.se/en/news/2025/0…