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A thriving wheat field with healthy green crops growing without synthetic fertilizers, supported by natural soil microbes like mycorrhizal fungi and nitrogen-fixing bacteria. A futuristic overlay illustrates calcium signals facilitating nutrient absorption.

How Scientists Are Helping Crops Grow Without Fertilizer Using Natural Partnerships

newswade February 25, 2025

Scientists have discovered a way to enhance the natural partnership between plants and soil microbes, allowing crops to absorb more nutrients without synthetic fertilizers. By tweaking a key plant gene, researchers have boosted nutrient uptake in wheat, paving the way for more sustainable farming. Could this breakthrough reduce our reliance on chemical fertilizers and revolutionize agriculture?

How ABA-Auxin Cascade Can Boost Drought-Resistant Crops

newswade January 15, 2025

Discover how a groundbreaking study on plant hormones, ABA and Auxin, is transforming the way crops like rice and maize respond to drought. By adjusting their root angles, these plants can dig deeper for water during dry spells, offering hope for more sustainable farming in the face of climate change.

Weed Wars: How AI Robots Are Fighting Herbicide-Resistant Weeds

newswade January 6, 2025

Herbicide-resistant weeds are a growing problem for farmers, but AI-powered robotic weeders offer a groundbreaking solution. New research shows that adopting robots early can reduce resistance, increase farm profits, and complement herbicide use for long-term sustainability. The I-WEED model highlights how forward-looking strategies help farmers manage resistant weeds efficiently, making robotic weed control a key player in future farming practices.