- Dr. Zhang emphasizes the importance of yield improvement and disease resistance in his breeding objectives.
- He highlights the role of collaboration with local farmers and institutions in enhancing breeding efforts.
- Advanced techniques like double haploids and drone technology are revolutionizing the breeding process.
- Dr. Zhang shares insights on the impact of climate change on wheat production and the need for drought-tolerant varieties.
- He discusses the challenges posed by evolving diseases and the importance of ongoing research.
- Listeners will learn about notable wheat varieties developed under his program, including Joe and KS Dallas.
- Dr. Zhang's future directions include exploring GMO and gene editing to enhance wheat resilience.
