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Study Reveals 30 Apple Genomes, Boosts Breeding Potential

4/25/2025

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A groundbreaking study on the Malus genus, which includes our beloved apples, has sequenced 30 genomes, unraveling their evolutionary journey spanning 56 million years. Researchers pinpointed genes tied to appealing traits like flavor and disease resistance, paving the way for improved apple breeding and a deeper understanding of apple genetics.

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Story summary

A groundbreaking study on the Malus genus, which includes our beloved apples, has sequenced 30 genomes, unraveling their evolutionary journey spanning 56 million years. Researchers pinpointed genes tied to appealing traits like flavor and disease resistance, paving the way for improved apple breeding and a deeper understanding of apple genetics.