P.E.I. research scientist searching for path to drought-resistant potatoes
Bourlaye Fofana started with 814 different genetic lines, hoping to find ways to make potatoes better through breeding. Disease resistance and a more attractive appearance used to rank on top -- before climate change made drought resistance a key quality for growers.
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Bourlaye Fofana started with 814 different genetic lines, hoping to find ways to make potatoes better through breeding. Disease resistance and a more attractive appearance used to rank on top -- before climate change made drought resistance a key quality for growers.