Late frosts have caused millions of dollars in losses for orchards over the years. Scientists are investigating the genes that tell trees when to bud out and blossom. A deep understanding of the genetics of bud-break enables scientists to modify or select crop varieties more resilient to late frost, warming winters, diseases and pests.
from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/03/210322175005.htm
from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/03/210322175005.htm
What early-budding trees tell us about genetics, climate change
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