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Scientists discovered that modern roses’ ability to flower repeatedly comes from a single genetic mutation in Chinese wild roses, and by tracing their family tree, they showed how hybridization with a few wild species created the roses we know today.

The post Tracing the Single Gene That Gave Modern Roses Their Endless Bloom appeared first on Botany One.

Zuzana Musilova and Sara Mae Stieb When animals look out into their world, they don’t all see the same thing. For some, light is abundant, even overwhelming. For others, it is vanishingly scarce. Vision is one of the most adaptable sensory systems, and in this Special Feature we explore how it is shaped and challenged by environments at their most extreme. Too little light From …

Leaf area (LA) and SPAD value (a proxy for chlorophyll content) are two key determinants of seedling quality. This study aimed to develop and validate approaches for the efficient retrieval of these features in order to facilitate both management and screening practices. In cucumber, different models…

Bacterial speck is a common disease affecting tomatoes that can result in lower yields for growers. A new study led by researchers at Penn State gives new clues on how a plant’s microbiome can be used to combat the pathogen. The research — published in the journal Environmental Microbiome — examined how…

The blueberry industry is moving into a new phase in which competition is not limited to orchards but extends to genomics and biotechnology. Genetic improvement is becoming central to ensuring a stable, high-quality, and competitive supply for future markets. Technologies and projectionsIn the short…

Dozens of breeders, many international fresh produce trading companies, and more and more horticultural suppliers. That’s Fruit Attraction in a nutshell. The popularity of the Spanish trade show anually taking place in fall is growing year after year. The 17th edition of the event kicked of this morning. The fair will host…

In response to a Sept. 5 executive order, the Society of American Florists is advocating for tariff relief for the floral industry.

The post Trump’s New Executive Order Prompts SAF Push for Flower Tariff Relief appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

Benary is moving its California Spring Trials experiences from its Watsonville facility to Por La Mar Nursery in Santa Barbara.

The post Benary Will Have a New Home for CAST 2026 and Beyond appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.