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Insights into two rare types of photosynthesis could boost crop production

Researchers have studied how certain bacteria perform photosynthesis using low-energy light, which could be engineered into crops to boost production. By studying the way two bacteria perform the difficult chemistry of photosynthesis, a team has discovered the trade-offs they make…

Isabel18/10/2022

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Heated plot experiments reveal link between warmer early winters and lower crop yields

Innovative experiments using temperature-controlled field plots have helped to explain the link between early winter temperatures and yield in some of our most marketable arable crops.

Isabel17/10/2022

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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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Insights into two rare types of photosynthesis could boost crop production

Heated plot experiments reveal link between warmer early winters and lower crop yields

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

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