Exploring cucurbit genetics: Practical breeding strategies for watermelon, melon, and cucumber adaptation

Date: January 14, 2025.  Speakers: Dr. Michael Mazourek (Cornell University)


WATCH THE WEBINAR

Description: Are you a farmer interested in adapting cucurbit crops like cucumbers, watermelons, and melons for northern climates? Join us for an in-depth webinar to explore breeding techniques, disease resistance, and adaptation strategies. 

 

 

 

Resources

Breed Your Own Vegetable Varieties: The Gardener's and Farmer's Guide to Plant Breeding and Seed Saving by Carol Deppe

NOFA guide by Rowen White and Bryan Connelly
Cucurbit Gene List 
Going to Seed
The watermelon landrace breeding project (in Thunder Bay, ON)
Simulations of Rate of Genetic Gain in Dry Bean Breeding Programs
Webinar Series: Practical Training for On-Farm and Collaborative Plant Breeding
Commonwealth Seeds (plant breeder is expert in downy mildew resistance)
Culinary Breeding Network

The Light Eaters by Zoe Schlanger

Open Source Seed Initiative: Cucurbit Downy Mildew Resistance webinar with Michael Mazourek and Edmund Frost