breeding

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Because these lentils have been shaped for centuries to thrive in hot, dry conditions, they could become an important resource for breeding crops that can cope with ongoing climate change.

From Science Daily

One last tip: Walk your property and look for standing water in saucers, buckets or any other receptacle since even the smallest of these can be a breeding ground for mosquitoes.

From Los Angeles Times

The government has also relaxed rules governing the captive breeding of animals used in traditional Chinese medicine and as pets.

From Science Magazine

It said lab-meat, which is produced from the cells of living animals, represented a good alternative to intensive breeding and slaughtering.

From Reuters

"Our programme for government includes several measures that will improve standards of dog breeding and keeping in Wales," they added.

From BBC