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Phosphorus is a vital nutrient for plant growth, but it is often locked in soils, making it difficult for plants to access. One natural solution to this challenge is a…

As the holiday season draws near, many are on the lookout for the perfect Christmas tree. But this year, consider a more eco-friendly option—California native plants. For those living in…

A team of researchers from the United States and Germany has identified a peptide that increases barley’s susceptibility to a damaging disease known as leaf blotch. This disease, caused by…

A breakthrough by biochemists at Kansas State University could pave the way for two lesser-known oilseed crops—pennycress and camelina—to become major sources of biodiesel. Led by Timothy Durrett, a professor…

A new artificial intelligence model has been developed to understand the genetic “language” of plants, a breakthrough that could reshape plant science and agriculture. The model, named Plant RNA-FM, is…

The Christmas cactus, or Schlumbergera russelliana, is a popular winter houseplant that brings vibrant color to the home. While it is more delicate than the traditional Poinsettia, it provides the…

Christopher Griffin, known to many as the “Plant Kween,” never imagined that his deep connection to nature would become his identity. However, this bond with the natural world began long…

Hampshire Constabulary has seized nearly 700 cannabis plants across the New Forest region following a series of raids. The operations resulted in three arrests. On November 25, officers carried out…

URUMQI, Dec. 7 (Xinhua) — After decades of effort, a 3,046-kilometer green belt now fully encircles the Taklimakan Desert, China’s largest desert, offering hope for environmental recovery. The green belt,…

Moths, it seems, may be just as sensitive to the sounds of stress as humans are to crying babies. A new study reveals that certain moths can hear ultrasonic clicks…