Apomixis : The Plant Breeder's Dream
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Concerning the benefits of genetic engineering to small farmers, some people may think about apomixis. This characteristic can be used to produce seeds that are genetically identical to the mother plants. This article discusses about a research progress on apomixis in crops made by several research groups and its impact on seed industries, small farmers and the environment.
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