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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.

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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New Study

New Study Finds Optimal Level of Sample Grinding for Efficient Agricultural Analysis

A new study published in Nature by Whatley et al. found that Fourier transforms mid-infrared (FT-MIR) spectroscopy combined with modeling techniques is helpful for multivariate chemical analysis in agricultural research. […]

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New Rice variety study

New Rice Variety Shows Promise for Improved Quality and Yield

A new study published in Nature by Lu et al. found that Yuenongsimiao (YNSM), an indica rice variety, has excellent milling and appearance, cooking, and nutritional quality. YNSM also has […]

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Sweet Potato Drought Tolerant

Drought-Tolerant Sweet Potato Hybrids Developed in West Africa

A new study published in Nature by Issa et al. has found that drought-tolerant sweet potato cultivars were not previously reported in West Africa, a dry region. The study aimed […]

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Fusarium resistance strawberry

Fusarium-Resistant Strawberry Varieties Released by UC Davis

The University of California, Davis (UC Davis) unveils five new strawberry varieties resistant to Fusarium wilt, a soilborne disease that has caused crop loss and death in the state. These cultivars also […]

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Climate-Crop Area Relationship In South and Southeast Asia

New Study Explores Climate-Crop Area Relationships in South and Southeast Asia

A new study by Hosokawa et al. (2023) sheds light on the relationship between climate and crop production, specifically crop area and cropping intensity, which have been understudied in the […]

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Jennifer Doudna and Jill Banfield at the Innovative Genomics Institute have launched a project called "Engineering the Microbiome with CRISPR to Improve our Climate and Health"

Engineering Microbiomes with CRISPR Receives $70m in Funding

Jennifer Doudna and Jill Banfield at the Innovative Genomics Institute have launched a project called “Engineering the Microbiome with CRISPR to Improve our Climate and Health.” The project aims to […]

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