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In the heart of Sichuan, China, a groundbreaking study is challenging conventional wisdom about fertilizer use and soil health. Xue Yang, a researcher at the Animal Husbandry Research Institute of the Chengdu Academy of Agricultural and Forestry Scie

In the sprawling fields of global agriculture, an unseen battle is brewing, one that doesn’t involve seeds or soil, but a humble mineral: potash. This unassuming nutrient is the lifeblood of plant growth and a linchpin of global food production. Yet,

In the sprawling fields of Xinjiang, China, a microscopic revolution is underway, one that could reshape the future of agriculture and energy. Muhammad Waqas, a researcher at the State Key Laboratory of Desert and Oasis Ecology, part of the Chinese A

In the heart of Switzerland, a groundbreaking study is turning heads in the agritech world. Researchers from the Plant-Soil Interactions Group at Agroscope Zurich have uncovered compelling evidence that compost application can significantly enhance s

In the heart of Georgia, where the rolling fields of peanuts stretch out under the vast sky, a silent battle is waged each harvest season. The enemy? Unpredictable rainfall that can wreak havoc on yields and quality. Erika R. Bucior, a researcher at

In the heart of Ethiopia’s Lake Tana Basin, a silent invader has been wreaking havoc on the ecosystem and water quality. Water hyacinth, a prolific aquatic weed, has long been a bane to local farmers and environmentalists alike. But what if this inva

In the heart of the United Arab Emirates, researchers are delving into the intricate dance between plants and soil microbes, seeking to unlock secrets that could revolutionize agriculture and, by extension, the energy sector. Anuj Saraswat, a dedicat

In the heart of Ireland, researchers are exploring innovative ways to boost strawberry yields and combat diseases without relying heavily on chemical pesticides. Daniela Costa, a leading figure from the Horticulture Development Department at Teagasc

In the heart of Italy, at the University of Naples Federico II, a researcher is digging into the future of sustainable agriculture. Mohamed Houssemeddine Sellami, a scientist in the Department of Agricultural Sciences, has just published a groundbrea