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Plant Science News delivers the latest insights and innovations from the world of plant biology, genetics, and sustainable agriculture.

Our coverage spans breakthroughs in crop resilience, soil health, and biotechnology, spotlighting the research and technology reshaping the future of plant science.

Explore how scientists and agronomists are advancing sustainable food production, enhancing biodiversity, and addressing global agricultural challenges. From gene editing to precision agriculture, stay informed on the developments that are driving sustainability and innovation in the field.

Precision Laboratories and Direct Enterprises join forces to expand market access for seed-applied technologies.

Expanding Market Access for Seed-Applied Technologies

Precision Laboratories, LLC. and Direct Enterprises, Inc. (DEI) have recently joined forces through a distribution agreement. This strategic collaboration aims to expand market access for seed-applied technologies developed by Precision […]

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Fungal Solution to Salt Stress For Wheat Growth in Saline Soils

Fungal Solution to Salt Stress For Wheat Growth in Saline Soils

Wheat, one of the world’s most vital staple crops, faces significant challenges from soil salinity. However, a 2023 study led by Huang et al. offers promising results by demonstrating the […]

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Biopolymers: The Key to Sustainable Agriculture and Improved Crop Yield?

Biopolymers: The Key to Sustainable Agriculture and Improved Crop Yield?

One of the significant concerns of agriculture is enhancing plant nutrient efficiency to improve crop yield and quality while simultaneously reducing the environmental impact caused by excess nitrogen fertilizer application. […]

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Repurposing 'Failed' Antibiotics to Develop New Herbicides

Repurposing ‘Failed’ Antibiotics to Develop New Herbicides

Scientists are turning to innovative strategies in the face of mounting herbicide resistance threatening agriculture and the natural environment. For example, a study published in 2023 by Emily et al. […]

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New Approach for Stress Detection in Plants

New Approach for Stress Detection in Plants

A recent study by Kumar, Saifi, and Soami Daya Krishnananda, published in 2023, developed a novel method for stress detection in plants. This ground-breaking approach relies on monitoring the changes […]

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Cracking the Genetic Code for Wheat Disease Resistance

Cracking the Genetic Code for Wheat Disease Resistance

A study by Wang et al., published in 2023, has furthered our understanding of wheat disease resistance by decoding the leaf rust resistance gene Lr9, initially derived from the wild […]

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Study Examines the Impact of Drought and Irrigation on Crop Yield

Study Examines the Impact of Drought and Irrigation on Crop Yield

A groundbreaking study led by Zhang et al., published in 2023, presents a detailed examination of food security in China, a target central to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals […]

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Tidetron Bioworks Emerges as Fastest Growing Startup in China. Biotechnology; AgTech; Crop News

Tidetron Bioworks Emerges as Fastest Growing Startup in China

The 7th edition of the Future Food Asia (FFA) conference concluded in May, leaving a resounding mark on the landscape of agricultural and food biotechnology. Among the numerous participants, Tidetron […]

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LED Technology for Enhanced Lettuce Growth: New Insights from Hydroponics

LED Technology for Enhanced Lettuce Growth: New Insights from Hydroponics

A 2023 study by Hamid Reza Soufi and his team suggests that light-emitting diode (LED) technology could significantly enhance plant growth and metabolic activities. In addition, the study offers valuable […]

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Biocontrols in Agriculture: Balancing Innovation, Regulation, and Economics. Biotalys, AgTech, Biotech

Biocontrols in Agriculture: Balancing Innovation, Regulation & Economics

Harnessing the power of nature, biocontrols in agriculture represent an environmentally friendly alternative to chemical pesticides, reducing pollution and contributing to biodiversity. Despite offering considerable advantages such as lower health […]

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