Uncovering the genetic basis of hermaphroditism in grapes, the trait that allowed domestication

(University of California - Davis) Plant experts at UC Davis have defined the genetic basis of sex determination in grapevines, one of the oldest and most valuable crops worldwide. In new research Dario Cantu and M é lanie Massonnet propose a novel model of sex evolution before and during grapevine domestication nearly 8,000 years ago. Their work could have broad application in breeding grapes and other plant species.

Source: EurekAlert! - Biology - June 18, 2020 Category: Biology Source Type: news