A team of researchers has detailed the varied ways tree roots of different sizes interact with their surrounding soil, revealing a structured system of chemical communication. The study, led by ...
Scientists identify genes affecting root length that could make it easier to breed drought-resistant wheat. Wheat is a key crop for ensuring global food security, but drought associated with climate ...
Our understanding of plant and tree roots may have been somewhat shallow. New research reveals many plants have a hidden second set of roots that extend far deeper into the soil. According to a new ...
Whether you farm 1,000 acres, manage a few head of livestock, or simply enjoy the outdoors, healthy soils benefit everyone.