agriculture
Scientists Sweeten Tomatoes Without Sacrificing Size
A strategy to boost sugar content in tomatoes without sacrificing size could be widely applied to other flowering plants, scientists say.
Supercharging Seed Oil Production
By extending the length of time that oil synthesis-related genes are active, researchers have increased seed oil production by 140-170 percent.
More Bacon For Your Buck
Bama mini pigs thrive even on a low protein diet, suggesting that raising indigenous Chinese pigs could reduce feeding costs.
The Origins Of Black Rice
Plant biologists have solved the ancient mystery of the origins and spread of black rice.
Shedding Light On A Sneaky Soil Parasite
An interdisciplinary team of researchers has developed a fluorescent molecule that can visualize germination of the parasitic plant, witchweed.
Intense Farming Drying Northern China’s Soil
Agricultural intensification—including increased fertilizer use—is responsible for China's drying soil, not climate change.
From Field To Fork
Science and technology play an important role in ensuring food security in Asia, says Professor Paul Teng, senior fellow at the Center for Non-Traditional Security Studies in Singapore.
7 Must-Read Stories In May 2015
From classical music to educational achievements, there are the top stories that captured your attention in May.
In The Heat: India’s Heatwave And The Future Crisis
Even as the death toll from India's heatwave continues to rise, there is more to come in the form of crop damage, writes Liz Hanna.
