Researchers complete draft genome sequence f...(of the foundation's Agricultural Develop...)

Date:11/9/2009

of the foundation's Agricultural Development initiative, which is working with a wide range of partners to provide millions of small farmers in the developing world with tools and opportunities to boost their yields, increase their incomes and build better lives for themselves and their families. The foundation is working to strengthen the entire agricultural value chain from seeds and soil to farm management and market accessso that progress against hunger and poverty is sustainable over the long term.

The annotated draft genome sequence is available at DOE JGI's Phytozome Web site, www.phytozome.net/cassava.

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Contact: Johnny Cruz cruzj@email.arizona.edu 520-621-1879 University of Arizona Source:Eurekalert

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