Author(s): John M Carter, Sophie L Müller and Carlos P González

Abstract: Genome editing techniques, such as CRISPR-Cas9, have revolutionized the field of agriculture, offering new opportunities for enhancing disease resistance in crops. Hydroponic urban agriculture, a rapidly growing practice in cities worldwide, provides a controlled environment for crop cultivation but faces several challenges, including plant diseases that threaten crop yields. The application of Genome editing in hydroponics systems can improve disease resistance, leading to higher productivity and more sustainable urban food production. This paper examines the role of Genome editing technologies in enhancing disease resistance in hydroponics urban agriculture. It explores various Genome editing tools, focusing on their application in disease-resistant plant varieties, and their potential to overcome limitations in traditional farming methods, particularly in urban settings. The review investigates case studies and experimental data on genome-edited crops, such as genetically modified tomatoes and lettuce, developed to withstand fungal and bacterial infections commonly found in hydroponics environments. Moreover, the research highlights the integration of these technologies with climate-smart horticulture practices, offering a sustainable solution for urban food security. Despite the promising prospects, ethical, regulatory, and technical challenges remain, particularly in relation to public acceptance and the regulation of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). The paper concludes by suggesting future research directions and potential policy frameworks for the widespread adoption of Genome editing in hydroponics urban agriculture.

DOI: 10.22271/27893065.2025.v5.i1c.157

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