Gene-Edited Rice, Algae Fertilisers, and Local Food Hubs: How Science Is Reshaping Sustainable Agriculture

From gene-edited rice yielding over 270% more under extreme heat to algae-based fertilisers boosting yields by 21%, this week’s agricultural breakthroughs reveal a food system under pressure — and rising to meet it. Here’s what the latest science and policy developments mean for sustainable agriculture in Europe and beyond.