Market and regulatory approval assessment of new potato varieties with late blight resistance, reduced bruising and improved processing quality
Lead Research Organisation:
University of East Anglia
Department Name: Sainsbury Laboratory
Abstract
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Organisations
People |
ORCID iD |
| Jonathan Jones (Principal Investigator) |
| Description | This pathfinder study provided an analysis that was used to support a super-follow-on funding proposal |
| Exploitation Route | field trials of blight resistant potato |
| Sectors | Agriculture Food and Drink |
| Description | findings were used to support a successful grant application for Super Follow-on Funding that we have publicized |
| First Year Of Impact | 2019 |
| Sector | Agriculture, Food and Drink |
| Impact Types | Cultural Policy & public services |
| Description | New potato varieties with late blight resistance, reduced bruising and improved processing quality |
| Amount | £330,310 (GBP) |
| Funding ID | BB/S018832/1 |
| Organisation | Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) |
| Sector | Public |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Start | 05/2019 |
| End | 06/2021 |
| Description | Farmers Guardian July 22 |
| Form Of Engagement Activity | A magazine, newsletter or online publication |
| Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
| Geographic Reach | National |
| Primary Audience | Industry/Business |
| Results and Impact | message regarding blight resistant potato "Genetic innovation is a crucial driver of productivity gains in agriculture, in reducing the environmental footprint of food production and in reducing the need for additional land to be brought into cultivation for supply to match growing demand. |
| Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2022 |
| Description | Interview on Radio 4 Today program re GM crop regulation post Brexit |
| Form Of Engagement Activity | A broadcast e.g. TV/radio/film/podcast (other than news/press) |
| Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
| Geographic Reach | National |
| Primary Audience | Schools |
| Results and Impact | Interview on Today program re GM crop regulation post Brexit |
| Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2019 |
| Description | Royal Norfolk Show 2022 |
| Form Of Engagement Activity | Participation in an open day or visit at my research institution |
| Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
| Geographic Reach | Regional |
| Primary Audience | Public/other audiences |
| Results and Impact | The Sainsbury Laboratory showcases their plant health and disease research at the Royal Norfolk Show, engaging with policymakers, industry, and farmers about specific projects, such as late blight resistant GM potatoes. In 2022 TSL had a stand in the Discovery Zone which focused on educating school children. Visitors gain insight into the importance of research and genetic technologies in addressing global issues, while scientists benefit from valuable science communication experience and new perspectives from interactions with the public. Conversations on GM for disease-resistant plants were enlightening for both scientists and participants. |
| Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2020,2021,2022 |