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Scientists discover that tomato is 'mother' of potato
Scientists discover that tomato is 'mother' of potato
XINHUA  |  Aug 05, 2025

The study showed that the potato originated from an ancient hybridization event between the tomato plant and a potato-like plant about 9 million years...

Rwanda seeks to combat malnutrition by increasing iron and zinc levels in Irish potatoes
Rwanda seeks to combat malnutrition by increasing iron and zinc levels in Irish potatoes
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jan 20, 2025

Initial results from the trials show that the potatoes yield approximately 20 tonnes per hectare.

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