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May 13

Image: Foxtail barley. Credit: 👀 Mabel Amber, who will one day / Pixabay

Barley plants fine-tune their root microbial communities through sugary secretions

By Isabel Agriculture, News

Barley plants orchestrate their underground microbial entourage by secreting a tailored blend of sugars, shaping distinct communities around their roots. A. new study reveals how modern and traditional barley types summon unique microbial allies, highlighting potential for optimizing crop health…

Apr 30

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Image: The biofortified rice varieties were developed in the laboratory and then grown in experimental fields in Taiwan. Credit UNIGE

Biofortified rice to combat deficiencies

By Isabel Agriculture, News, Plant Science

Vitamin B1 is an essential micronutrient for human beings. Its deficiency is the cause of numerous diseases of the nervous and cardiovascular systems. Researchers have achieved a significant advance in the fight against vitamin B1deficiency, frequently associated with a rice-based diet.

Apr 26

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Image credit: Illustration of plant-fungal interactions by Thai Dao

An Inside Look at How Plants and Mycorrhizal Fungi Cooperate

By Isabel Agriculture, News, Plant Science

Researchers collaborated on a study investigating the symbiotic relationship between legume plants and mycorrhizal fungi, crucial for nutrient exchange. Using advanced sequencing techniques, they identified key genes facilitating this interaction, offering insights for genetic engineering and potential biofuel crop optimization.…

Apr 25

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Image: Green wall experimental design used for Expt. 1. The six blocks of treatments with the three spiderwort selections of zebra plant, ‘Burgundy’ zebra plant, and inch plant are denoted with red squares, placement of light/temperature sensors (one per block) are shown with magenta circles, sentinel pots used to determine need for irrigation are shown with blue triangles (eight dispersed throughout the green wall), and average light levels (µmol·m−2·s−1) per block are reported in white boxes. Average light levels were determined by averaging the light reading at each pot location in each block. Credit: American Society for Horticultural Science

Treating Potted Zebra Plant and Inch Plant Used in Interior Green Wall to Regulate Stem Elongation

By Isabel Agriculture, News

Maintaining the health of green walls poses challenges, often requiring costly professional care due to plant elongation in low-light environments. Recent research explored using antigibberellin plant growth regulators to combat this issue. Application of PGRs resulted in compact growth, potentially…

Apr 17

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Image: Sorghum, or broomcorn, is a staple crop in sub-Saharan Africa, but approximately 20% of annual yields are lost due to infections with witchweed (Striga hermonthica), a parasitic plant that steals nutrients and water by latching onto the plant’s roots. Pictured here, rows sorghum with Striga (purple). Credit: USDA APHIS PPQ - Oxford, North Carolina, USDA APHIS PPQ, Bugwood.org / Wikimedia.

Researchers identify microbes that help sorghum plants thwart parasite

By Isabel Agriculture, News

Researchers have discovered soil bacteria that help sorghum plants fight off the damaging effects of witchweed, a parasitic plant prevalent in sub-Saharan Africa. By altering root structure and degrading chemical signals, these microbes could serve as a natural solution to…

Apr 15

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Cerrado savanna in the Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park, Brazil. Credit Ana Christina

‘Winners and losers’ as global warming forces plants uphill

By Isabel Agriculture, News

As global temperatures rise, plants face a geographical reshuffle, with winners and losers emerging. Research on Brazil's Cerrado savanna predicts uphill migration for some, while others face local extinction. Climate shifts by 2040 will challenge conservation efforts, especially amid habitat…

Apr 12

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Better phosphorus use can ensure its stocks last more than 500 years and boost global food production – new evidence shows

By Isabel Agriculture, News

Efficient phosphorus use could extend its reserves over 500 years, vital for global food production amid a rising population. Current over-application, especially in Europe and North America, depletes resources and harms water quality. New research emphasizes optimizing usage, potentially saving…

Apr 11

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HPC-GVCW is a computational tool that quickly identifies genetic variations in several plant species. This helps to improve crops like rice, maize, soybean and sorghum. © 2024 KAUST; Heno Hwang.

Analytic tool rapidly reveals genetic diversity for next-generation crop breeding

By Isabel Agriculture, News

A groundbreaking computational tool accelerates the discovery of genetic diversity in plant species, aiding next-gen crop breeding. The tool detects single nucleotide variants (SNPs) in DNA databases of rice, maize, soybean, and sorghum. This advancement may unlocked genetic potential for…

Apr 10

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Image: grass field. Credit: Alexa / Pixabay

Harnessing AI and advanced imaging for precision plant stress management: Insights from a comprehensive systematic review

By Isabel Agriculture, News

Recent advancements in AI and imaging sensors are revolutionizing plant stress management for enhanced crop production. A systematic review reveals a preference for RGB sensors, but highlights limitations. Deep learning (DL) algorithms are increasingly integrated, with potential for spectral imaging…

Apr 05

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Image: A coffee plant. Credit: REYNALDO ALVAREZ CRUZ ( Pixabay

Shade-grown coffee demonstrates the benefits of combining agriculture and conservation

By Isabel Agriculture, News

Shade-grown coffee offers a win-win solution, marrying agriculture with conservation. Research reveals that high shade cover fosters biodiversity, aiding natural pest control and improving soil quality. The study emphasizes the importance of preserving ecosystems while enhancing coffee quality, urging sustainable…

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Barley plants fine-tune their root microbial communities through sugary secretions

Biofortified rice to combat deficiencies

An Inside Look at How Plants and Mycorrhizal Fungi Cooperate

Treating Potted Zebra Plant and Inch Plant Used in Interior Green Wall to Regulate Stem Elongation

Researchers identify microbes that help sorghum plants thwart parasite

‘Winners and losers’ as global warming forces plants uphill

Better phosphorus use can ensure its stocks last more than 500 years and boost global food production – new evidence shows

Analytic tool rapidly reveals genetic diversity for next-generation crop breeding

Harnessing AI and advanced imaging for precision plant stress management: Insights from a comprehensive systematic review

Shade-grown coffee demonstrates the benefits of combining agriculture and conservation

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