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Study: Watermelon genome could lead to disease-resistant fruit

Researchers at UC Davis say that the watermelon genome could lead to better tasting and disease-resistant fruit.

Study: Watermelon genome could lead to disease-resistant fruit

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Science Recorder | Vince Hedden | Thursday, November 29, 2012

Researchers at UC Davis say that the watermelon genome could lead to more appetizing and disease-resistant fruit. According to a UC Davis report, a team of international researchers has published the genome sequence of watermelon... To continue reading, subscribe to Science Recorder today.

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