Giant Pumpkins: Genetics, Breeding, and Community Secrets
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Resources & Recommendations
People Mentioned
- Dr. Chris Hernandez (Assistant Professor of Plant Breeding at the University of New Hampshire, Director of the University Squash Pumpkin and Melon Breeding Program) - Discussed his work in plant breeding, particularly with squash, pumpkins, and melons, and answered listener questions about these plants.
- Becky Milligan (Host of "Adrift") - Mentioned as the host of an Apple Original podcast.
- Gregor Mendel - Referenced by a caller who tried to emulate his work by collecting seeds.
Books
- "Farmer Boy" by Laura Ingalls Wilder - A caller recalled a story from this book where a character attempts to grow a giant pumpkin using milk.
Organizations & Institutions
- University of New Hampshire - Dr. Chris Hernandez is an assistant professor and program director there, focusing on plant breeding.
Other Resources
- Dill's Atlantic Giant - The variety of pumpkin seeds from which all giant pumpkins are thought to originate, developed by a Canadian farmer in the 1970s.