Researchers are working to develop strawberries which will be genetically-modified to be easily harvested by robot.

The Australian national strawberry industry has an estimated farm gate value of $417 million.

Rural reporter Brady Evans with Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Queensland principal plant breeder Dr Jodi Neal to learn more about the project.

Researchers are working to develop strawberries which will be genetically-modified to be easily harvested by robot.
The Australian national strawberry industry has an estimated farm gate value of $417 million.
Rural reporter Brady Evans with Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Queensland principal plant breeder Dr Jodi Neal to learn more about the project.

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