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A bittersweet symphony: genetic insights into cider apple fruit quality.
G3 (Bethesda, Md.) - 7 Jan 2026
Bouillon Pierre, Zakalik David, Brown Michael, Krishna Kumar Shanthanu, Peck Gregory
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Many traditional cider apples (Malus domestica) have unique chemotypic traits that impact the sensory profile and fermentation characteristics of the final product. In particular, cider apples may have greater polyphenol, organic acid, and sugar concentration than fresh-market apples. Despite historic importance and a growing market in many parts of the world, the genetic basis underlying cider apple fruit...
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