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Mexican mangroves have been capturing carbon for 5,000 years

Researchers have identified a new reason to protect mangrove forests: they’ve been quietly keeping carbon out of Earth’s atmosphere for the past 5,000 years.

Isabel14/10/2022

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New banana disease is spreading and poses a threat to Africa’s food security

A new banana fungus is rapidly spreading across the globe. It hit Africa a decade ago, and now spreads, a genetic study reveals. They state that the disease poses a threat to Africa’s food security.

Isabel13/10/2022

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Thyme among almond trees: it mitigates climate change and increases the land’s production

The introduction of perennial crops in the alleys of Mediterranean dryland almond orchards reduces greenhouse gas emissions and increases soil carbon sequestration, according to a new study.

Isabel12/10/2022

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Conifer communication is complex and can be altered by air pollution

Conifers are dominant tree species in boreal forests, but they are susceptible to attack by bark beetles.

Isabel11/10/2022

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Bigger plants don’t always equal more nutritious ones

While increased carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere encourage plant growth, they also reduce the nutritional value of plants, which can have a larger impact on nutrition and food safety worldwide. Researchers discovered a new way plants are adapting to…

Isabel10/10/2022

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Mexican mangroves have been capturing carbon for 5,000 years

New banana disease is spreading and poses a threat to Africa’s food security

Thyme among almond trees: it mitigates climate change and increases the land’s production

Conifer communication is complex and can be altered by air pollution

Bigger plants don’t always equal more nutritious ones

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