Purpose of Fertilizers Fertilizers are available in various formulations. There are two primary classes: organic (or natural) ...

“My favorite high protein dinner is red lentil pasta topped with cooked ground turkey or beef meatballs and marinara sauce.

A new study has found that micronutrient deficiency—low levels of essential vitamins and minerals—is common in people with ...

You can also see a target for your recommended macro and micronutrient intake using a calculator from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). Macronutrients are the components of food that ...

Global warming is producing a rapid loss of plant species—according to estimates, roughly 600 plant species have died out ...

Micro- and nanoscale plastic particles in soil and water can significantly increase how much toxic chemicals plants and human ...

Micro- and nanoscale plastic particles in soil and water can significantly increase how much toxic chemicals plants and human intestinal cells absorb, according to two new studies from Rutgers Health ...

Plants encounter various abiotic stresses, such as drought, salinity, and extreme temperatures, which can significantly hinder their growth and ...

"This study is a testament to the unexpected connections between plant biology and microbiology." Scientists make astonishing ...

Scientists at the Salk Institute are buoyed after a first-of-its-kind study provided further clues on how plants in later stages of life protect themselves from environmental threats. Their findings ...

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