Corn's ancient ancestors are calling: Genomic encyclopedia sheds light on domestication 9,000 years ago

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Feb 6, 2025, 10:50 am260 pts
The domestication of maize is one of the greatest examples of humankind's impact on evolution. Early farmers' pre-industrial plant breeding choices turned corn from a nearly inedible crop into the major global food source it is today.

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