Beyond sweetness: Rethinking the use and conservation of Stevia rebaudiana’s plant genetic resources for breeding | Plant Genetic Resources | Cambridge Core Beyond sweetness: Rethinking the use and conservation of Stevia rebaudiana’s plant genetic resources for breeding

Unlock stevia’s full potential! Beyond sweetness, wild stevia relatives carry genes for drought and disease resistance. By combining genetic diversity with modern breeding tools, we can grow higher-yielding, climate-smart stevia—and support conservation in its native Paraguay.
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First extension meeting as part of Ohio State, and it was a fantastic experience! The in-person gathering in Fort Wayne, Indiana (Feb 5-6) brought together entomologists, weed scientists, horticulturalists, and extension agents—many of whom rely on our guide to support growers in the field.