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Wild potatoes may include genetic variations not seen in the domestic varieties. These may include genes which confer benefits such as disease or pest resistance, tolerance of different climates (hotter, colder, wetter, drier, etc.), better nutrition, better taste, or any other variations we might find useful in having better potatoes.
For similar reasons the wild relatives of corn, wheat, and otehr crop foods are also important. When our foods do not have variety they can be quite vulnerable to wide crop failures. Bananas are a crop at particular risk due to low diversity - almost all bananas eaten in the USA or Europe are clones bred from cuttings of one original plant which became hugely popular and displaced other kinds.
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Why is the search for the wild ancestors of potatoes corn and wheat important?
The search for the wild ancestors of potatoes, corn, and wheat is important for understanding the genetic diversity and evolution of these important crop species. Studying wild relatives can help to identify traits that are beneficial for breeding efforts, such as disease resistance or environmental adaptability. This genetic information can then be used to improve modern crop varieties and ensure food security in the face of changing climates and pests.
Do potatoes grow in the wild, and if so, where can they typically be found?
Potatoes do not grow in the wild naturally. They are a cultivated crop that is typically grown in fields by farmers. However, in some cases, potatoes can escape cultivation and grow in the wild in areas where they have been previously planted, such as along roadsides or in abandoned fields.
Are there wild potatoes in hot springs Arkansas?
Yes, there are wild potatoes in Arkansas because my cousin and I just found a hole patch of them at her and my house! From Megan and cormorant springs Arkansas
What do colonial eat?
corn, potatoes, bread, and wild game.
If a horse was let wild would it still be known as domesticated?
It would be called "feral" as would its offspring, because any horse living in the wild that was once domesticated, or its ancestors were domesticated, is not wild, but feral. Yes, technically. It was once tame, and so was its ancestors, so it would not be considered wild.
What are the uses of wild potato?
mash potatoes, baked potatoes, potato sou- hey why am i giving you answers? look at a dictionary!
What is important to the Irish?
POTATOES
What do colonial people eat?
corn, potatoes, bread, and wild game.
What kind of ancestors do white tiger have?
they have lions and various other wild cats
What is Maine a big producer of?
Sweet wild blueberries,potatoes,lobster,a fine vodka made from potatoes,and Maine Coon cats.
How important is pre-cooking potatoes for making delicious scalloped potatoes?
Pre-cooking potatoes is important for making delicious scalloped potatoes because it ensures that the potatoes are fully cooked and tender before baking, resulting in a creamy and evenly cooked dish.
What do hippies put on their mashed potatoes?
I'm taking a wild guess.....salt?!?!?
