Costly dead-tissue disorder in apples caused by faster growth rates
New research reveals that faster growth rates in Honeycrisp apples increase both the incidence and severity of the "bitter pit" disorder, which is responsible for large-scale fruit yield losses and avoidable economic impacts for apple producers and storers.
New research reveals that faster growth rates in Honeycrisp apples increase both the incidence and severity of the "bitter pit" disorder, which is responsible for large-scale fruit yield losses and avoidable economic impacts for apple producers and storers. This story matters for Science & Discovery readers tracking certification. Reported by phys.org. Read the full original at the source link below.
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