The bacterial pathogen Xanthomonas citri, which causes canker disease in citrus trees, activates selected parts of the fruit ripening program inside infected leaves. Normally, this program makes ...
Trunks of apple trees at Brand Farms are covered with white latex paint to protect from sun damage in Farmington, Minn., on Jan. 7, 2025. NINA MOINI: Well, fruit crops in Minnesota have gone dormant ...
Proper moisture is crucial for growth and production.