A perfect stand sets the stage for high ear count at harvest. Knowing the quality of your seed lets you avoid or manage potential stand problems. “Most tags list the warm germination rating, but few ...

Mother Nature wraps every kernel of seed corn in a thin protective coat, called the pericarp. It covers the seed like skin, providing a first line of defense against soil pathogens, pests and ...

We have studied the accumulation of water, dry matter (DM) and glucose and fructose (G + F) in selected grape berries cv. Dolcetto of varying initial size growing on leafed and defoliated vines. The ...

In a pioneering study, researchers have completed the chromosome-level genome assemblies for Musa ornata and Musa velutina, shedding light on the genetic underpinnings of pericarp dehiscence and ...

Nutmeg is a major spice that earns farmers a fair income. They often discard its pericarp. But, it is no longer so. A variety of value-added products can be made from this seemingly worthless outer ...