When pistachio hulls split before the nuts are harvested, insects and fungi can get inside, damaging the nut, costing farmers money and contaminating the nuts. About 4% of the overall crop experiences hull split, but some cultivars can split as much as 40% under certain conditions. For the first time, scientists at the University of California, Davis, are seeking solutions …
Scientists Offer Breakage Insights with Potential Benefits for Crops
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