I used to focus on breeding for quality. I have released six varieties of barley. one of my objectives was breeding for quality, we have released high Beta glucan, phytic acid, iron, zinc etc. We also work on breeding for quality and abiotic stresses.
The alternative
protein ecosystem
Fetien Abera
Researcher- Host institution: South Carolina State University (SCSU)
- Position: Principal investigator
- Discipline: Agricultural science, Biochemistry
- Alternative protein type: Fermentation, Plant-based
- Collaboration opportunities: Joint research
- Hiring for: Research staff, Undergraduate students
- Region: North America
- Technology focus: Crop development, Other
- Location: Orangeburg, South Carolina, United States