Addressing public concerns about the suitability and safety of new innovations is crucial to the responsible use of genetic technologies for environmental problems, according to a new report on New Zealanders' perceptions ...
Environment
Aug 30, 2024
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A recent study reveals the natural compound (-)-carvone in spearmint as a potent and sustainable alternative to chemical herbicides. This research demonstrates how (-)-carvone targets and degrades microtubules in weeds, inducing ...
Plants & Animals
Aug 26, 2024
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When giant ragweed takes hold in a crop field, the towering weed reduces yield and sends plumes of its famously allergy-inducing pollen into the air. There are few tools available to thwart the menace, especially for farmers ...
Plants & Animals
Aug 21, 2024
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The invasive North American plant species Parthenium hysterophorus, commonly known as Santa Maria feverfew and famine weed, is now present in Africa, Australia, and India, where it is locally known in English as congress ...
Ecology
Aug 15, 2024
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Two "new" herbicide options could soon be available for blackberry growers during the 2025 growing season.
Plants & Animals
Aug 5, 2024
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