How Seaweed Survives Salt Stress and Bounces Back
Scientists studied a type of edible seaweed called Pyropia yezoensis that lives in areas where salt levels change dramatically with ocean tides. They …
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Why Apples Taste Better Than They Protect Themselves
Scientists discovered that apples face a tricky choice: make leaves bitter to fight bugs, or make fruit sweet to attract animals who spread seeds. Researchers …
Read MoreHow Plants Balance Nutrients: A Key Discovery About Folate
Scientists discovered that a special nutrient called folate helps plants sense and respond to nitrogen levels in soil. When folate isn't working properly in …
Read MoreScientists Map Buckwheat Genes to Help Grow Better Crops
Buckwheat is a healthy grain packed with protein, fiber, and antioxidants, but it's not grown as much as it could be. Scientists in Korea studied the genetic …
Read MoreScientists Find Ways to Grow Wheat With More Vitamin B6
Researchers studied 262 different types of wheat to understand how to grow varieties with higher levels of vitamin B6, an important nutrient our bodies need. …
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