This is the 4819th most frequent Chinese word.
育种
Breeding (the process of cultivating plants or animals to produce desired traits).
Here, '育种' is used to signify the scientific process of developing new plant or animal varieties through selective breeding.
科学家们正在研究新的育种技术。
Scientists are studying new breeding techniques.
'育种' in this sentence refers to the application of breeding knowledge to improve agricultural productivity.
通过现代育种，人类可以生产出更高产的农作物。
Through modern breeding, humans can produce higher-yield crops.
In this context, '育种' highlights the dual role of breeding in enhancement and conservation of biological species.