Uncovering the Genetic and Chemical Secrets Behind the Flavor of Florida Oranges

A new study has identified one gene and seven chemicals that differentiate the flavor of oranges from mandarins, shedding light on the components essential for proper orange flavor. This discovery could aid in breeding disease-resistant yet tasty orange hybrids, as well as enable the screening of seedlings to determine which will yield the most flavorful fruit before they ripen.