Genome Sequencing May Save California's Iconic Sugar Pine
The sugar pine was called “king of the conifers” by John Muir around 100 years ago, but has been affected by white pine blister rust since around 1931 and other factors (drought, lack of snowpack) more recently. Scientists hope that the huge pine’s genome will provide clues to saving it and other key world pines.
Source: Natures Talk Show via Nature World News
Genome Sequencing May Save California's Iconic Sugar Pine
Natures Talk Show via Nature World News
Genome Sequencing May Save California's Iconic Sugar Pine
