Methods and compositions for short stature plants through manipulation of gibberellin metabolism to increase harvestable yield
US10724047B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 17, 2017 |
| Grant date | Jul 28, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 5, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02A40/146
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present disclosure provides compositions and methods for altering gibberellin (GA) content in corn or other cereal plants. Methods and compositions are also provided for altering the expression of genes related to gibberellin biosynthesis through suppression, mutagenesis and/or editing of specific subtypes of GA20 or GA3 oxidase genes. Modified plant cells and plants having a suppression element or mutation reducing the expression or activity of a GA oxidase gene are further provided comprising reduced gibberellin levels and improved characteristics, such as reduced plant height and increased lodging resistance, but without off-types.
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