selection
Giant pumpkins: How and why people grow them
It's always interesting to know about some unusual plant varieties, and why they were created by selection. One of such plants are giant pumpkins, which can be actually impressively huge.
Kate Yakimchuk pumpkins gardening farming Garden 17 November 2023
Short hair cat breeds: How selection works
People can affect and change the world around them a lot - and selection is a great example of that. For instance, now we have hundreds of cat breeds, and some of them have pretty short hair, which isn't how they used to look originally.
Kate Yakimchuk pets cats breeds Animals 11 September 2023
Vegetables that changed a lot because of selection: They used to be completely different
The word "selection" might sound a bit scary for some people, but it's generally a good thing - it has helped people a lot, so now we can eat lots of delicious fruits and vegetables. In fact, most popular vegetables used to look (and taste) completely different - they were small, tough, and generally not that tasty.
Kate Yakimchuk vegetables gardening Garden 6 September 2023
How domestic cats have changes in 100 years: Learn more about your pet's history
Over the past century, domestic cats have undergone some notable changes, influenced by factors such as human intervention, breeding practices, and changing environments. While the overall appearance and behaviors of domestic cats may not have changed dramatically, there are some observable shifts.
Kate Yakimchuk cats pets changes nature Animals 13 August 2023
Why gardening selection is good: The benefits of selection
Selection in gardening refers to the careful process of choosing plants and varieties that are well-suited to the specific conditions and goals of a garden. It can benefit your garden in many ways.
Kate Yakimchuk gardening plants Garden 23 July 2023