BRGV Buzau seeks to digitise collections following congress in Japan

The BRGV Buzau aims to digitize plant collections and assess drought tolerance after attending the IHC2026 in Japan, drawing lessons from Japanese agricultural practices. The delegation highlighted Romania's research on various plant species, including hot peppers and Sideritis cypria, which garnered international interest. The congress emphasized the need for advanced technology in agriculture and the importance of biodiversity conservation. BRGV plans to implement digitization and phenotypic characterization, collaborating with universities for better resource conservation. The director noted Japan's effective GMO legislation and innovative greenhouse designs as models for Romania.