Decoding the firmness: genetic clues to better blueberries
As global consumption of blueberries continues to soar, driven by their antioxidant-rich “superfood” status, growers face rising pressure…
Drones and 3D nodels unlock new genetic insights into wheat plant height
By capturing multiple height quantiles rather than a single average, the approach reveals subtle variations within crop plots,…
From tough to tender: scientists reveal the genetic key to cucumber texture
Trichomes are hair-like projections found on the surface of many plants, offering protection against environmental stressors and insects,…
Unlocking the peach palette: how two genes orchestrate fruit color
Anthocyanins are the pigments responsible for the red, purple, and blue hues in many fruits and vegetables, contributing…
Light-Activated Lily Genes Unlock Petal Color Secrets
Newswise — Lilies (Lilium spp.) are among the world’s most cherished ornamental flowers, valued for their beauty and…
Merging genes, models, and climate: a new approach to predicting rice flowering
The study integrated three rice growth models (ORYZA, CERES-Rice, and RiceGrow), genome-wide association studies (GWAS), and climate indices.…
How New Genes Help Peaches Evolve: The Secret Inside Their DNA
Newswise — The emergence of new genes plays a critical role in driving species-specific traits and adaptive evolution.…
In vitro bloom: scientists map bamboo genome to crack the code of its rare flowering
Woody bamboos, despite their ecological and economic value, exhibit infrequent and unpredictable flowering, often followed by plant death.…
Unlocking the Mystery of Purple Leaves: The Genetic Secrets of Tea Plants
Newswise — Purple tea (Camellia sinensis) contains high levels of anthocyanins, a class of flavonoids with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory,…
From Seed to Spice: Scientists Map the Genetic Life of Chili Peppers
Newswise — Chili peppers (Capsicum annuum L.) are among the most widely cultivated spice crops, valued for their…