Research
and Development

Every year, we test more than 2 million plots of soybeans, corn, wheat, sunflowers, and sorghum across 15 countries around the world. We conduct trials in 1,200 locations across the globe.
Yield is the main objective of GDM's research and development programs.

Breeding program

“In the field of technology, we apply state-of-the-art science to genetic improvement and research,” says Marcos Quiroga, Director of Research at GDM.

Genetic improvement at GDM

Genetic improvement is the process by which we develop new crop varieties with superior characteristics, such as higher yields, strong disease resistance, and better adaptation to local environments.

The process begins with the selection of parents, identifying genetic lines with desirable attributes, and then transitions to the crossbreeding design stage, combining genes to generate new varieties. Varieties are then evaluated in the field in multiple environments to validate their yield and adaptability. During the process, we apply biotechnology and tools such as gene editing and molecular markers.

Finally, the best lines selected during the experimental development stage will be launched on the market to reach producers.

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