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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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Genetic patterns associated with plant immunity

Biologist discovered that repeats in genetic patterns associated with plant immunity may cause its immune system to misbehave. Genomic information from plants can be used to enhance agricultural production and improve food security in a sustainable manner. Through better understanding…

Isabel03/12/2019

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Rice yields plummet and arsenic rises in future climate-soil scenarios

Research combining future climate conditions and arsenic-induced soil stresses predicts rice yields could decline about 40 percent by 2100, a loss that would impact about 2 billion people dependent on the global crop.

Isabel02/12/2019

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Why plants panic when it rains

An international team of scientists has made the surprising discovery that a plant’s reaction to rain is close to one of panic. The research revealed complex chemical signals are triggered when water lands on a plant to help it prepare…

Isabel29/11/2019

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To avoid cassava disease, Tanzanian farmers can plant certain varieties in certain seasons

A nutty-flavored, starchy root vegetable, cassava (also known as yuca) is one of the most drought-resistant crops and is a major source of calories and carbs for people in developing countries, serving as the primary food for more than 800…

Isabel28/11/2019

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Harvesting Genes to Improve Watermelons

Genetic patterns associated with plant immunity

Rice yields plummet and arsenic rises in future climate-soil scenarios

Why plants panic when it rains

To avoid cassava disease, Tanzanian farmers can plant certain varieties in certain seasons

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