crop research
This wild ancestor could lead to tomatoes that taste better, are more nutritious, and more resilient
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Recently published research brings scientists closer to unlocking the entire gene set—or pan genomes—of wheat and barley
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Researchers show that current platforms used by breeders do not provide the resolution needed to distinguish between haplotypes, potentially leading to inaccurate breeding decisions
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Victoria blight is caused by the fungus Cochliobolus victoriae, which produces the Victorin toxin, but until now no one has uncovered the genes and mechanisms involved
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The lack of public information on such crops could decrease trust and confidence as they begin to enter the marketplace and become more commonplace, scientists say
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Scientists studied more than 3,000 rice genotypes and found diversity was inherited through two maternal genomes identified in all rice varieties
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New research shows that some crops are adapted to a pre-industrial environment and cannot distribute their resources effectively to take advantage of extra CO2
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Increasing diversity in crop production benefits biodiversity without compromising yields, according to an international study examining diversified and simplified agricultural practices
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New research shows that water quality and deficit irrigation schemes each have significant effects on crop development, yield, and water productivity
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Study represents a first approach to the characterization of wild ivory-white olive trees in Catalonia
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