Analysis of potatoes’ genetic past identifies opportunities for better breeding in the future
Don’t take this the wrong way, but you’re simpler than a potato, at least on a genetic level.
Don’t take this the wrong way, but you’re simpler than a potato, at least on a genetic level.
While people often become vegetarians or vegans to avoid causing harm to animals, there’s plenty of evidence that plants aren’t much happier about being eaten than any animal.
How much would you pay for a piece of a tree’s metabolic dysfunction?
We’re not far off from plugging in our plants.
I may need to start petting trees more often.
Humans have been manipulating the evolution of plants for ages, but usually at a pace slow enough we barely notice.
The next time you’re about to enjoy a bite of chocolate, take a moment to thank the fungi and other microbiota that made it possible.
Plants need light to grow, but many need a good dose of darkness as well.
Tomato plants do not want to be eaten.
If the apple doesn’t fall too far from the tree, they both have a problem.