New Rsn2 Genetic Region Identified to Enhance Fungal Tolerance in Rice
Rice, a staple food for billions worldwide, faces a silent threat: sheath blight, a destructive disease caused by the fungus…
Crops
Crops are plants that are intentionally grown and harvested for food, livestock feed, or industrial purposes.From the golden fields of wheat to the lush green paddies of rice, crops have shaped civilizations, economies, and cultures for thousands of years.
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Unlocking Soybean Potential Through Genetic Resources and Omics-Based Breeding
Soybean is a lifeline for global food security, providing over half of the world’s vegetable oil and a quarter of…
Natural Tetraploidization Alters Growth and Metabolism in Citrus Changshan Huyou
In a recent study published in BMC Plant Biology in 2025, researchers explored how natural tetraploidization affects Changshan Huyou (Citrus…
Boosting Oilseed Brassica Yields with Trichoderma Through Gene Transfer and Symbiotic Benefits
The world is facing a critical challenge: feeding a growing population while protecting the environment. By 2050, global agriculture must…
Exploring Biotechnology Solutions for Increased Yield, Herbicide Resistance, and Climate Adaptation
Sugarcane is an important crop cultivated worldwide for sugar production and increasingly for biofuel. However, it faces many challenges, including…
New Research Highlights the Benefits of Wheat-Legume Intercropping for Organic Farmers
In the evolving landscape of sustainable agriculture, organic farming continues to gain traction as a method to balance productivity with…
Cover Crops Influence Phosphorus and Metal Leaching in Broiler Litter Soils
Agricultural practices have long been a subject of scrutiny due to their environmental impacts, particularly concerning nutrient and metal leaching…
Potato: Annual Starchy Edible Tuber (Explained)
Potato, (Solanum tuberosum), an annual plant in the nightshade family (Solanaceae), is grown for its starchy edible tubers. The potato…
Fiber Crops: Production, Pros and Cons
Fiber crops are plants grown specifically for the fibers they produce. These fibers can be used for a variety of purposes, including textiles.
