New research on the U.S.'s most economically important agricultural plant—corn—has revealed a different internal structure of the plant than previously thought, which can help optimize how corn is converted into ethanol.
Biochemistry
Jan 21, 2019
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It's dusk in the countryside, and in the fading golden light a small, winged shape takes to the air over a local cornfield. Darting this way and that, the creature executes maneuvers far beyond what any modern fighter jet ...
Ecology
Sep 15, 2015
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Kansas State University civil engineers are developing the right mix to reduce concrete's carbon footprint and make it stronger. Their innovative ingredient: biofuel byproducts.
Engineering
Mar 14, 2013
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There's no "silver bullet" gene or gene region that controls so-called complex traits in maize, commonly known as corn.
Biotechnology
Aug 6, 2009
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Using no-till and corn-soybean rotation practices in farm fields can significantly reduce field emissions of the greenhouse gas nitrous oxide, according to a Purdue University study.
Environment
Dec 21, 2010
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Scientists are reporting for the first time that the use of weed killers in farmers' fields boosts the nutritional value of an important food a crop. Application of two common herbicides to several varieties of sweet corn ...
Other
Jul 8, 2009
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France definitively banned the growing of genetically modified corn on Monday after its highest court and Senate both confirmed an existing ban.
Biotechnology
May 5, 2014
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Corn growers can choose from a wide array of products to make the most of their crop, but the latest could bring seaweed extract to a field near you. The marine product is just one class in a growing market of crop biostimulants ...
Biotechnology
Jul 15, 2021
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Plants can't self-isolate during a disease outbreak, but they can get help from a friend—beneficial soil microbes help plants ward off a wide range of diseases. Now, Texas A&M AgriLife scientists have uncovered a major ...
Plants & Animals
Apr 7, 2020
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A new study in mice sheds light on the insulin resistance that can come from diets loaded with high-fructose corn syrup, a sweetener found in most sodas and many other processed foods. The report in the March issue of Cell ...
Cell & Microbiology
Mar 3, 2009
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