FOOD TECHNOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -It is important to note there are currently no genetically modified strawberries on the market. If you see a “non-GMO” label on a package of strawberries, remember all strawberries are non-GMO, even if the label doesn’t say so.

Detailed explanation-2: -A few fresh fruit and vegetables are available in GMO varieties, including potatoes, summer squash, apples, papayas, and pink pineapples.

Detailed explanation-3: -Our results suggested that heterozygous frameshift mutation of FaMYB10 resulted in the loss of the ability to activate the expression of the FaUFGT gene, was responsible for the natural formation of red and white-fleshed strawberry.

Detailed explanation-4: -Enormous advances have been made in strawberry genetic transformation since the first transgenic strawberry plant was obtained in 1990.

Detailed explanation-5: -To make the conventional breeding process more precise and efficient, many crop breeders use DNA technologies to help guide crossing and selection of the best seedlings. Below we describe how the UF/IFAS strawberry breeding program uses these types of technologies to produce better berries.