What early-budding trees tell us about genetics, climate change

Late frosts have caused millions of dollars in losses for orchards over the years. Scientists are investigating the genes that tell trees when to bud out and blossom. A deep understanding of the genetics of bud-break enables scientists to modify or select crop varieties more resilient to late frost, warming winters, diseases and pests.

source https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/03/210322175005.htm