agriculture

Plant architecture arises from organogenesis and extension processes. Barley's main axis comprises repeating units called phytomers, each with organs and internodes. Researchers studied barley's phytomer initiation and elongation, identifying genetic factors affecting internode length. Shorter proximal internodes improve floral survival,…

Older tree plantations can be more attractive to animals who are looking for a new home than younger plantations, according to a new study. In the tropics, older plantations also welcome a greater variety of different plants and animals –…

Over the past decade, Grapevine Trunk Diseases (GTDs) have emerged as a significant threat to viticulture, causing economic losses, increased management costs and lower wine quality. Traditional defense methods, like using arsenite, have now been banned due to their high toxicity.…