Microplastics are now a ubiquitous part of our daily physical reality. These minuscule fragments of degrading plastic now suffuse our air, our soil, the food we eat and the water we drink.

Plants, like animals, must regulate their temperature In order to function at optimum physiological efficiency. This is accomplished through three mechanisms: radiation, transpiration and Convection ...

Natural variation in plants refers to the genetic diversity of a single plant species in the wild. Natural variation is a valuable source of beneficial traits for plant breeding.

Mar. 25, 2025 — Exposure to antibiotics during a key developmental window in infancy can stunt growth of insulin-producing cells in the pancreas and may boost risk of diabetes later in life, new ...

Half-hardy annual flower seeds such as zinnia and nasturtium, and summer-flowering bulbs like Eucomis and Nerine, can be planted outside this month, once the risk of frost has passed. Pot-grown fruit ...

Whole-foods and plant-based diets prioritize plant foods and minimize processed foods and animal products. These diets are associated with several health benefits, such as reduced risk of diabetes ...

Many seeds can be sown outside at this time of year, but the weather still likely to be often quite cold and blustery in April, you might find that it's worth investing in additional kit, which we've ...

Plant genetics deals with heredity in plants, specifically mechanisms of hereditary transmission and variation of inherited characteristics. Plant genetics differs from animal genetics in a number ...

Traditional plant stands seem to come in two styles: those mid-century-modern ones that stay low to the ground and fit just one big pot, and the more bookshelf-style bamboo units with a few ...

During his address to Congress Tuesday night, President Donald Trump mentioned that he expects the United States to see growth in the auto industry. He specifically mentioned Honda moving ...