Researchers have discovered a biological mechanism that makes plant roots more welcoming to beneficial soil microbes. Researchers have discovered a biological mechanism that makes plant roots more ...

FULTON COUNTY, OHIO, Ohio — As long as humans have grown crops, they’ve used manure to help them flourish. Rich in phosphorus, it’s a natural fertilizer that’s been a staple on farms for generations.

Fertilizer costs are having a bigger and bigger impact on farm budgets. In the lead-up to the 2022 crop year, fertilizer prices surged to record highs, driven by tight global supplies, energy shocks ...

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Samuel Mugo is a co-founder of PimaSens. He receives funding from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada. Mohammed Elmorsy is a co-founder of PimaSens. He has received ...

Fertilizer — which makes soil more productive — can be the difference between a good and bad harvest in many cases. Because of that, modern American row crops have become dependent on fertilizer, ...