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Back|Ancient Avocado Varieties in Nicaragua Reveal Insights into Human Migration and Agricultural Resilience
Ancient Avocado Varieties in Nicaragua Reveal Insights into Human Migration and Agricultural Resilience
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TOI World·4 days ago·Science·5 min read·🇮🇳India

Ancient Avocado Varieties in Nicaragua Reveal Insights into Human Migration and Agricultural Resilience

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A study in 'Plants, People, Planet' finds Nicaraguan avocado varieties are genetically distinct from commercial types, linked to South American populations, suggesting ancient human migration carried seeds northwards, potentially aiding future agriculture resilience.

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Avocados have been a staple crop in the Americas for thousands of years, with their origins traced back to Mexico and Central America.

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A study in 'Plants, People, Planet' finds Nicaraguan avocado varieties are genetically distinct from commercial types, linked to South American populations, suggesting ancient human migration carried seeds northwards, potentially aiding future agriculture resilience.

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