This project leverages an AI-driven platform to accelerate pea breeding through genomic selection, marking a significant application of AI in agriculture. The consortium aims to use this AI to integrate data and expertise, speeding up the development of new pea varieties and reducing costs.
The agricultural sector will experience reduced costs in pea breeding, faster development of improved pea varieties, and enhanced competitiveness due to the strategic advantage conferred by AI-driven breeding programs. The development of more resilient pea varieties could also mitigate risks associated with climate change and disease outbreaks.
Operational impact: Businesses involved in pea breeding and related agricultural activities can significantly benefit from implementing similar AI-driven platforms. This includes streamlining the data analysis pipeline, reducing the time required for identifying desirable traits, and ultimately accelerating the development and release of new pea varieties. This increased efficiency can translate to cost savings and competitive advantages.