Understanding the Impact of Crop Diversification on National Yield Stability
Crop diversification is recognized as a strategy to stabilize national food production, though its effectiveness varies by country.
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Maize Root System Was Altered Through Indirect Selection During Global Adaptation
The maize root system has been altered through indirect selection during global adaptation to new agricultural environments.
- by Sepehr Achard
- 27th May 2024
- 2 minutes read
Plant Science
Research
Salicornia Demonstrates Unique Adaptations To High Salinity Environments
Salicornia plants demonstrate unique adaptations to high salinity environments, offering valuable insights into salinity tolerance.
- by Sepehr Achard
- 27th May 2024
- 2 minutes read
Agriculture Projects
Plant Science
New Crop Storage and Post-Harvest Solutions Facility Opens at the James Hutton Institute
The Crop Storage and Post-harvest Solutions (CSPS) facility at the James Hutton Institute officially opened in May.
- by Sepehr Achard
- 27th May 2024
- 2 minutes read
Plant Science
Riddy Introduces New DIY Pest Control Solutions
Riddy, with over 40 years of expertise in the pest control industry, has announced the launch of two new DIY pest control solutions: Riddy Pest Pro and Riddy Pest Green.
- by Sepehr Achard
- 22nd May 2024
- 1 minute read
Crop Genomics
Research
Improved Genome Sequence of Japonica Rice Cultivar Nipponbare Reveals Over 3,000 New Genes
Researchers have improved the haplotype-resolved genome sequence of the japonica rice cultivar Nipponbare, identifying over 3,000 new genes.
- by Sepehr Achard
- 21st May 2024
- 2 minutes read
Crop Protection
Government
Vermont Declares Eight Invasive Plant Species as Plant Pests to Protect Ecosystems
Key Takeaways: Eight new plant species were declared as plant pests in Vermont. Designated species include Kudzu, Mile-a-Minute, and Japanese stiltgrass, among others. VAAFM will regulate the movement of these […]
- by Sepehr Achard
- 20th May 2024
- 2 minutes read
Controlled Environment Agriculture
Research
Tiamat Sciences Achieves Breakthrough in mRNA Enzyme Production
Tiamat Sciences has successfully expressed T7 polymerase in its plant system, a significant step for mRNA vaccine synthesis.
- by Sepehr Achard
- 17th May 2024
- 2 minutes read
Plant Science
Flower Power Genetics Unveils Purebred Strains
Flower Power Genetics announced its mission to improve health and well-being by reintroducing purebred medicinal cannabis strains.
- by Sepehr Achard
- 17th May 2024
- 2 minutes read
Plant Science
Research
Penn State Researchers Receive Nearly $1M NSF Grant to Study Corn Kernel Development
Penn State researchers received a $974,891 grant from the U.S. National Science Foundation to understand corn kernel development.
- by Sepehr Achard
- 15th May 2024
- 2 minutes read
Partnerships
Research
Impact Fusion International Inc. Announces Research Collaboration with SUARC
Impact Fusion International Inc. (IFUS) and Southern University Agricultural and Research Center (SUARC) have started a research project focusing on sugarcane bagasse.
- by Sepehr Achard
- 14th May 2024
- 2 minutes read
Research
Soil
Extensive Study Reveals the Multifaceted Threat of Land Degradation in Europe’s Agricultural Sectors
In 2024, a study led by Remus Prăvălie and colleagues analyzed land degradation in Europe's agricultural landscapes.
- by Sepehr Achard
- 13th May 2024
- 1 minute read
Plant Science
S&W Seed Company Introduces Double Team Forage Sorghum for Enhanced Weed Control
S&W Seed Company expands its technology with a non-GMO, over-the-top grassy weed control option for forage sorghum growers.
- by Sepehr Achard
- 13th May 2024
- 1 minute read
Plant Science
Monteloeder Strategic Move in Agronomical Research: Elevating Lemon Verbena in Spain
Monteloeder participates in the visionary La Vera Campo Arañuelo Hub project, transitioning from tobacco to medicinal plant cultivation.
- by Sepehr Achard
- 8th May 2024
- 1 minute read
Agriculture Projects
Plant Science
Coromandel International to Expand Production with New Acid Complex in Kakinada
Coromandel International Limited has initiated construction of a new Phosphoric and Sulphuric Acid facility in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, with an investment of approximately $122 million (USD).
- by Sepehr Achard
- 7th May 2024
- 2 minutes read