IN A NUTSHELL 🥔 The modern potato originated from a natural hybridization event between tomato plants and a species called Etuberosum around 9 million years ago. 🧬 Researchers analyzed genetic data, revealing that all potato species have a balanced mix of genetic material from both Etuberosum and tomatoes. ⛰️ The development of tubers coincided with … Continue reading Scientists Shocked to Discover Potato and Tomato Are “9-Million-Year-Old Lovers,” Sparking Outrage Over What This Means for Our Food System