Points North: How ‘Bout Them Apples?
On a remote island in Lake Michigan, old apple trees may possess rare, never-before-discovered genes.
By Austin Rowlader, Interlochen Public Radio, Points North is a biweekly podcast about the Great Lakes.
The Search for Rare Apple Trees
Luke Marion is searching for apple trees on Beaver Island in Lake Michigan. He collects cuttings from the trees, storing them in a cooler to remain dormant.
The island, 32 miles off mainland Michigan, may hold the key to discovering unique apple genes.
These particular apple trees could be very rare.
Austin Rowlader: Exploring the potential of rare apple trees on a remote Lake Michigan island.
Author's summary: Rare apples on Lake Michigan island may hold unique genes.