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Cranberry Plant Variations and Their Resistance to Multiple Insect Pests
Greg Howard
20th July, 2024
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Key Findings
- The study by the University of São Paulo examined 12 cranberry genotypes and their resistance to three leaf-chewing herbivores
- Larval performance of spotted fireworm and spongy moth varied across genotypes, with better performance on modern hybrids
- Higher total phenolics in wild cranberry genotypes correlated with increased resistance to spotted fireworm and spongy moth
AgricultureGeneticsPlant Science
References
Main Study
1) Genotypic Variation and Potential Mechanisms of Resistance against Multiple Insect Herbivores in Cranberries.
Published 19th July, 2024
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10886-024-01522-w
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