Pollinator identity and behavior affect pollination in kiwifruit (Actinidia chinensis Planch.)
Many crop plants rely on insect pollination, particularly insect-pollinated crops which are functionally dioecious. These crops require insects to move pollen between separate plants which are functionally male or female. While honey bees are typically considered the most important crop pollinator s...
Main Authors: | Melissa A. Broussard, Brad G. Howlett, Lisa J. Evans, Heather McBrydie, Brian T. Cutting, Samantha F.J. Read, David E. Pattemore |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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PeerJ Inc.
2022-06-01
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Series: | PeerJ |
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Online Access: | https://peerj.com/articles/12963.pdf |
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