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What’s the story Morning Glory? Taxonomy, evolution and sweet potatoes

Scientists at the University of Oxford reveal that the sweet potato and its storage root originated at least 2 million years ago — that is, not only before agriculture but also long before modern humans appeared on Earth. The scientists'…

Isabel10/12/2019

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Flowering mechanism in Brassica rapa leafy vegetables illuminated

Researchers have revealed the role of genes in controlling flowering time in the Brassica rapa family. They demonstrated that a higher level of FLC gene expression is essential for inhibiting flowering in the absence of a cold period and also discovered that the rate…

Isabel09/12/2019

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Researchers find nature’s backup plan for converting nitrogen into plant nutrients

Although nitrogen is essential for all living organisms — it makes up 3% of the human body — and comprises 78% of Earth’s atmosphere, it’s almost ironically difficult for plants and natural systems to access it. Atmospheric nitrogen is not directly…

Isabel06/12/2019

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Helping quinoa brave the heat

Quinoa is a healthy food many know and love. As its popularity grows, more farmers are interested in planting it. However, the plant doesn’t do well in high temperatures, so plant breeders are trying to help.

Isabel05/12/2019

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Harvesting Genes to Improve Watermelons

When many people think of watermelon, they likely think of Citrullus lanatus, the cultivated watermelon with sweet, juicy red fruit enjoyed around the world as a dessert. Indeed, watermelon is one of the world’s most popular fruits, second only to…

Isabel04/12/2019

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What’s the story Morning Glory? Taxonomy, evolution and sweet potatoes

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