Fundamental Biological Discovery Could Revolutionize Fertilizer Use in Farming

A biological mechanism makes plant roots more hospitable to microbes. Researchers at the John Innes Centre have identified a biological mechanism that helps plant roots create a more hospitable environment for beneficial soil microbes. This breakthrough has the potential to promote more sustainable farming practices by reducing the need for synthetic fertilizers. Most major crops [...]

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