In paddy field, flood-and-drain cycles produce variations in reduced and oxidized environments, which are appropriate habitats for a wide variety of microorganisms. Nitrogen (N) fertilization drives ...

If corn was ever jealous of soybean's relationship with nitrogen-fixing bacteria, advancements in gene editing could one day even the playing field. A recent study shows that gene-edited bacteria can ...

To reduce fertilizer input requirements and maintain grassland yield, farmers are considering options such as diversifying grassland sward composition by introducing a variety of plant species and ...

Introduction: Healthy soil is the foundation of sustainable agriculture and long-term food security. Beyond supporting plant growth, soil is a living ecosystem that regulates nutrient cycling, water ...

A new metal-organic coating protects bacterial cells from damage without impeding their growth or function. The coated bacteria, which produce ammonia, could make it much easier for farmers to deploy ...

According to MarketsandMarkets, the biofertilizer market is projected to grow from USD 4.08 billion in 2026 and to reach USD 6.94 billion by ...

You probably toss used coffee grounds without thinking — or pile them on plants and hope for magic. Coffee grounds can ...

You can turn ordinary kitchen tosses into fresh food and richer soil with just a little know-how and a few simple tools. Save potato eyes, celery bases, pineapple tops, coffee grounds, banana peels, ...