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- 1Wine industry turns to innovation to fight climate change●Innovative strategies the wine industry is using to adjust to climate change
Winemakers worldwide are adopting new strategies to cope with climate change, as rising temperatures and extreme weather disrupt grape growing. Reported approaches include shifting to more resilient grape varieties, moving vineyards to cooler regions and higher elevations, adjusting harvesting times, and using new vineyard techniques to protect vines from heat and drought.
- 2Scientists map the complete pumpkin genome●A complete pumpkin genome opens door to better breeding | Newswise
Researchers have assembled a complete pumpkin genome, a milestone that could accelerate breeding of improved pumpkin varieties. With the full genetic sequence available, breeders can more precisely target traits such as disease resistance, yield, fruit quality and stress tolerance. The work is expected to benefit both commercial growers and crop scientists working on related squash and gourd species.
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Director Jon Watts has been tapped to direct the next Star Wars movie, according to Variety. Watts, known for Marvel's Spider-Man trilogy starring Tom Holland, now moves to Lucasfilm's flagship franchise. No plot details, release date, or confirmation of casting have been announced, leaving fans to speculate about what direction the new film will take the space saga.