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Kade Research Ltd.

Research

Flower clusters

Modified flower cluster

Modified axillary flower cluster in self-pollinating buckwheat

Long axillary flower clusters, with increased flower numbers, have been developed in cross pollinating buckwheat to aid in increased yields. These flower cluster types have a large number of flowers which are within the plant canopy and are therefore protected from shattering by wind. These flower clusters, however, have more flowers than are required in self-pollinating lines. Self-pollinating lines are being developed with modified axillary flower clusters which have lower flower numbers, which allow for increased yields.

Kade Research Ltd.