In-depth characterization of the genetic diversity and population structure wild relatives is paramount importance for improvement biodiversity conservation, particularly crucial when crops are endangered. In this study, we sampled Alpine plum (Briançon apricot) Prunus brigantina Vill. across its natural distribution in French Alps, where populations severely fragmented size strongly impacted b...

Cyanogenic glycosides are a large group of secondary metabolites that are widely distributed in the plant kingdom, including many plants that are commonly consumed by humans. The diverse chemical nature of cyanogenic glycosides means that extraction and analysis of individual compounds can be difficult. In addition, degradation can be rapid under appropriate conditions. Amygdalin is one of the ...

U tah has a small, but regionally (and nationally, in the case of tart cherry) significant tree fruit industry producing over $23 million in orchard receipts (US Census Bureau, 2009) from about 8,000 acres statewide (42% tart cherry, 23% peaches, 21% apple, with the remainder in sweet cherries, apricots, pears and other minor crops; USDANASS, 2007). Hence, establishing proper interpretive guide...