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Researchers map avocado genome

What makes the perfect avocado? In a world-first, scientists have mapped the genome of the popular fruit, a resource that can drive future research and innovation opportunities for avocado growers.

Isabel21/12/2022

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Ethiopian crop enset identified as ‘climate coping strategy’ in drought-prone regions

In a new study scientists have found that smallholder farmers in Ethiopia grow more of the indigenous crop Ensete ventricosum in the direct aftermath of severe droughts as a means of bolstering food security.

Isabel19/12/2022

Agriculture News Plant Health

Inbred to Well-Fed: Maize Breeding Efforts to Improve Food Security and Safety in Africa

Over 300 million people in Sub-Saharan Africa depend on maize for nearly 30% of their caloric intake, and the popularity of maize is expected to continue its upward trend. As the demand for maize increases, so does the need for…

Isabel16/12/2022

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From cell walls to photosynthesis: How does manganese get to where it needs to go in plants?

The protein BICAT3 is one of the most important manganese distributors in plants. If defective, this can have devastating effects on a plant's growth; its leaves grow significantly smaller and it produces fewer seeds than usual. A team has recently…

Isabel15/12/2022

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A gene from 28 million years ago protects today’s plants against caterpillars

Scientists have traced back plant defence mechanisms to a single receptor that evolved over millions of years to recognise today’s diseases and pests.

Isabel14/12/2022

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From cell walls to photosynthesis: How does manganese get to where it needs to go in plants?

A gene from 28 million years ago protects today’s plants against caterpillars

Inbred to Well-Fed: Maize Breeding Efforts to Improve Food Security and Safety in Africa