Agricultural production is largely dependent on continuously changing environmental and climatic conditions, such as salinity ...

The soil microbiome is critical for the ecosystem, and agricultural practices that promote microbial diversity can support plant health and help protect against pests. But it is unclear which ...

If corn was ever jealous of soybean's relationship with nitrogen-fixing bacteria, advancements in gene editing could one day even the playing field. A recent study shows that gene-edited bacteria can ...

Breakthroughs in microbial analysis could enhance disease prediction, environmental protection and our understanding of the planet’s smallest life forms. The microscopic organisms that fill our bodies ...

As the saying goes, an apple a day keeps the doctor away. But what's the key to growing a quality apple? Apple trees need access to important nutrients, which come from the soil. However, soil is ...