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14 September 2018

First fully open-access genome sequence of Coffea arabica to prepare for climate change and improve quality

This unique achievement in genome research will accelerate scientific efforts to ensure the future of coffee agriculture, which is threatened by climate change.
Today a partnership led by illycaffè, Lavazza together with Istituto di Genomica Applicata and IGA Technology Services  release first fully open-access genome sequence of Coffea arabica to prepare for climate change and improve quality through World Coffee Research website .

 

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