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Plant Science

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.

Tailored seeds in vertical farming

Tailored Seeds For Indoor and Vertical Farming

The growth potential is high in the burgeoning vertical and indoor farming field, but so are the unique challenges. Notably, there is a significant gap in the availability of seed […]

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Wheat redesigning

Redesigning Wheat for a More Sustainable Future

Researchers have announced a significant breakthrough in wheat production that could revolutionize the industry and make cultivation more sustainable. This new approach promises to improve grain yield by up to […]

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Pesticide-free agriculture

A Chemical Pesticide-Free European Agriculture by 2050

As the negative impacts of chemical pesticides on the environment and human health are well established, European policies are struggling to meet the goal of reducing chemical pesticide use by […]

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Data-Driven Crop Model

Data-Driven Crop Model Aids Accurate Crop Yield Predictions

A new study in Nature by Chang et al. proposes a data-driven crop model combining the knowledge advantage of process-based modeling and the computational advantage of data-driven modeling. The model […]

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Taurus and Ostara Partner

Taurus Agricultural Marketing Partners with Ostara

In a groundbreaking move towards promoting sustainable farming, Ostara and Taurus Agricultural Marketing have announced a long-term partnership to distribute sustainable, high-efficiency phosphate fertilizers in western Canada. Taurus Ag will […]

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Corn GMO

Non-GMO Project Expands Verification Services to Mexico Amid Ban on GMO Corn Imports

The Non-GMO Project, a prominent organization that verifies non-GMO products, has announced the expansion of its services to Mexico in the wake of the country's efforts to ban imports of […]

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plant heat

Mechanisms of Organelle Resilience in Plants Exposed to Heat Stress

A new study published in Nature by Zhou et al. has found that above-optimal growth temperatures, usually referred to as heat stress (HS), pose a challenge to the survival of […]

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Orkin, an industry leader in pest control services and protection, has created an endowment to establish the Orkin Professorship in Urban Entomology at the University of Georgia.

Orkin Establishes Professorship in Urban Entomology at University of Georgia

Orkin, a leading pest control service and protection provider, has recently announced the creation of the Orkin Professorship in Urban Entomology at the University of Georgia. The endowment was established […]

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Visolis, a company specializing in advanced bioengineering and chemical catalysis to create sustainable and carbon-negative materials, has announced a new partnership with Ginkgo Bioworks, known for its cell programming and biosecurity services.

Visolis and Ginkgo Partner for Sustainable Aviation Fuels

Visolis, a company specializing in advanced bioengineering and chemical catalysis to create sustainable and carbon-negative materials, has announced a new partnership with Ginkgo Bioworks, known for its cell programming and […]

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Mother plants and their seeds

Role of Maternal Plants in Seed Dormancy and Dispersal

A new study in Nature by Chen et al. found that mother plants play a crucial role in controlling the dormancy and dispersal of their progeny seeds. The study focused […]

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