Scientists have discovered how plants adapt their root systems in drought conditions to grow steeper into the soil to access deeper water reserves.

Scientists have discovered how plants adapt their root systems in drought conditions to grow steeper into the soil to access deeper water reserves. Plant scientists from the University of Nottingham, ...

What is the Rhizosphere and how can understanding rhizosphere processes help feed the world and save the environment? This article will review the critical biogeochemical processes occurring at ...

Certain soil bacteria play a crucial role in modulating plant immune responses, and allowing them to grow more efficiently.

Scientists have determined how the well-known plant hormone ethylene is crucial in controlling the angle at which roots grow. The findings can be used to engineer plants and crops that withstand ...

Root vegetables are grown underground at the base of a plant, but not all are exactly roots. Some are bulb-like growths that store nutrients for the plant during colder months. Onions, garlic ...