Author name: Paul Laurent

In the face of escalating global temperatures, scientists are turning to the microscopic world of microRNAs (miRNAs) to uncover new ways of safeguarding our crops. A recent review published in *The Plant Genome* sheds light on how these tiny molecule

In the heart of agricultural innovation, a groundbreaking study has emerged, offering a deeper understanding of genetic diversity in chickpeas and paving the way for more resilient and productive crop varieties. Published in ‘The Plant Genome’, this

In a significant stride for pepper cultivation and genetic research, scientists have unveiled three novel genomes within the Capsicum genus, broadening the scope of the Capsicum pangenome. This breakthrough, published in *Plant Direct*, offers a deep

In a groundbreaking study published in *Legume Science*, researchers have isolated and characterized protease inhibitors (PIs) from three common Egyptian legumes—soybean (Glycine max), cowpea (Vigna unguiculata), and chickpea (Cicer arietinum)—reveal

In a groundbreaking study published in *IMA Fungus*, researchers have unveiled the intricate evolutionary history and population structure of the Aspergillus flavus–oryzae complex, a group of fungi with significant implications for agriculture, food

In the vast, cold expanses of rural America, where farms are scattered like islands in a sea of snow, delivering agricultural supplies and produce efficiently has long been a logistical nightmare. But a groundbreaking study published in the journal *

In the quest for sustainable and circular agricultural practices, researchers have turned their attention to an unlikely hero: apple pomace. This often-discarded byproduct of apple juice production could find new purpose as a feed ingredient for meal

In the heart of China, where ancient civilizations once thrived, a new wave of technological innovation is breathing life into the study of archaeobotany. Researchers are harnessing the power of ArcGIS spatial analysis to unravel the mysteries of anc

In the face of climate change, polyploid crops like wheat, Brassica, and cotton are under siege from a growing arsenal of stresses—diseases, heatwaves, and other environmental challenges. These crops are the backbone of global agriculture, but their