Contributed by: filbert Saturday, June 02 2007 @ 09:37 AM CST
Understanding orange cauliflower may lead to more nutritious crops[*1] :
While orange cauliflower may seem unappealing to some, it has distinct nutritional advantages. Now, Cornell researchers have identified the genetic mutation behind the unusual hue. The finding may lead to more nutritious staple crops, including maize, potato, rice, sorghum and wheat.