A team of researchers has found a type of wild strawberry that inhibits the growth of the spotted wing fly, a major agricultural pest. The flies are responsible for decimating
Human Activity Leads to Nutrient Imbalances, Decreasing Plant Biodiversity in Grasslands
Researchers have found that an unbalance of nutrients in an ecosystem can reduce biodiversity. Human activity often results in the addition of nutrients to the environment, such as nitrogen and
Wheat Grains Use Their Own Photosynthesis Pathway, Discovery May Lead to Heat-resistant Crops
Scientists have just discovered that wheat seeds, not just the leaves, use photosynthesis. The type of photosynthesis used is a C4 pathway, which is more efficient and better adapted for
Plant Microbiomes Are Mostly Determined by the Environment, Not Genetics
The bacteria living on and inside plants can contribute to overall plant health and nutrition. Scientists have long hoped that artificially manipulating the microbiota of crop plants could result in