What is no‑till farming, and is it actually better for the environment?
Humans have been turning seeds and soil into food for thousands of years.
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Moderate heat is enough to trigger signs of inflammation and coagulation in dairy cows
Climate change is transforming livestock farming—and at a faster rate than many anticipate. More frequent and intense heat waves place a heavy physiological strain on dairy cows.
Plants & Animals
Jul 14, 2026
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Scientists uncover molecular mechanism linking water-saving irrigation to cadmium accumulation in rice
Water-saving irrigation practices, including intermittent irrigation, are essential for sustainable rice cultivation amid growing freshwater shortages. However, periodic drainage creates aerobic soil conditions that drastically ...
Molecular & Computational biology
Jul 13, 2026
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Drawing the line: Virtual fences trigger the same cattle behavior as physical ones
Virtual fences could make managing grazing livestock on farms more flexible and more efficient while improving animal welfare. A new study by the University of Göttingen shows that virtual fences trigger behavior in cattle ...
Biotechnology
Jul 11, 2026
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Research identifies farming practices that improve irrigation efficiency
Mississippi State scientists are building on two decades of irrigation research to identify production practices that help growers save water while improving crop yields.
Agriculture
Jul 10, 2026
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The secret life of roots: How plants fight back against salty soils
To people, salt is a kitchen staple. But to crops, too much of it can be devastating. Across coastal regions and irrigated agricultural land, salt is accumulating in soils, making it harder for plants to absorb water and ...
Ecology
Jul 9, 2026
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China's pollution declines came at a cost
More than 20 years ago, the Chinese government instituted the Scientific Outlook on Development (SOD) program, tying local leaders' job performance evaluations to environmental quality improvements. More than 350 river monitoring ...
Ecology
Jul 9, 2026
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Varroa risk to Tasmanian crop pollination
A study by the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) has highlighted the impact Varroa mites will have on crop pollination in Tasmania if the parasitic mites become established in the state. The study was prompted by the ...
Ecology
Jul 8, 2026
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Planting the future: Researchers put AI to work on the farm
Farmers are getting more tools in their toolbox, thanks to new research from the University of Missouri that shows how they can tweak planting practices to make the most of every acre.
Biotechnology
Jul 8, 2026
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Fertilizers carry a hidden cost for soil's crucial microbes. Using less might pay off for farms in unexpected ways
Across North America, in places such as Illinois, Iowa and Texas, farmers are busy growing the crops the world depends on for food, fuel and fiber.
Cell & Microbiology
Jul 8, 2026
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