May 28, 2025
Staff Writer: AFRICAN AGRIBUSINESS
Biotechnology & Agricultural Innovation
SKUAST-Kashmir Makes History: India’s First Gene-Edited Sheep Using CRISPR

In a groundbreaking achievement, Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (SKUAST-Kashmir) has successfully created India’s first gene-edited sheep using CRISPR-Cas9 technology. This milestone marks a significant leap for genetic engineering in livestock and opens new possibilities for disease-resistant, high-yielding animal breeds.
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