High-Resolution Linkage Map and QTL Analyses of Fruit Firmness in Autotetraploid Blueberry.

Blueberry ( and hybrids) is an autotetraploid crop whose commercial relevance has been growing steadily during the last 20 years. However, the ever-increasing cost of labor for hand-picking blueberry is one main constraint in competitive marketing of the fruit. Machine harvestability is, therefore, a key trait for the blueberry industry.

Advancements in Low-Chill Blueberry L. Tissue Culture Practices.

The demand for blueberry L. (and hybrids) plants has significantly increased in the last 30 years due to its market expansion. In vitro propagation of sterile plants are required for commercial purposes but also for research applications such as plant transformation.