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07 July, 2019
Using an embryonic pause to save the dateA date palm seedling can pause its development to boost its resilience before emerging into the harsh desert environment.
05 May, 2019
Stressing the genetics in salt-tolerant cropsUnravelling the genes behind salt tolerance in crop plants is made easier using the latest sequencing and phenotyping technologies.
25 February, 2019
Metabolite stimulates a crop while suppressing a weedA metabolic compound that regulates growth of rice plants and limits witchweed infestation could boost crop yields.
19 July, 2018
Taking the lead toward witchweed controlA compound that binds to and inhibits a crucial receptor protein offers a new route for controlling a parasitic plant.
24 June, 2018
Bacteria proven to be worth their saltBacteria isolated from desert plants could provide the key to maintaining productive agriculture in arid regions.
27 May, 2017
A bright future for sustainable agriculturePassionate plant scientist Mark Tester conducts ground-breaking research into plants that could one day help feed the world.