Promoter variations of ClERF1 gene determines flesh firmness in watermelon

Abstract Background Flesh firmness is a critical factor that influences fruit storability, shelf-life and consumer’s preference as well. However, less is known about the key genetic factors that are associated with flesh firmness in fresh fruits like watermelon. Results In this study, through bulk s...

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Main Authors: Yimei Zhou, Qinghui Shen, Lingmin Cai, Haoshun Zhao, Kejia Zhang, Yuyuan Ma, Yongming Bo, Xiaolong Lyu, Jinghua Yang, Zhongyuan Hu, Mingfang Zhang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-04-01
Series:BMC Plant Biology
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12870-024-05000-z