Biologists at Indiana University Bloomington have shown that the surfaces of plant leaves are coated with a diverse array of RNA molecules. The finding suggests that the RNA present on the leaf ...

Using insects such as wasps to control agricultural pests remains a resilient method, despite increasing resistance, a new ...

The bacterial pathogen Xanthomonas citri, which causes canker disease in citrus trees, activates selected parts of the fruit ...

As antibiotic-resistant infections rise and are projected to cause up to 10 million deaths per year by 2050, scientists are looking to bacteriophages, viruses that infect bacteria, as an alternative.

Learn how a simple, natural powder can accelerate plant growth and help control pests in your garden. This easy gardening tip boosts the health of tomatoes, cucumbers, and other plants while keeping ...

Insects thrive in incredibly diverse and challenging environments. While we now know that nutrient-sensing pathways, ...

Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. The EU has agreed to ease regulation of a new generation of gene-edited crops in the first big loosening of ...

Rosemary is a garden favorite for good reason — it's hardy, low maintenance, and does well when planted beside vegetables and herbs such as cabbage, beans, carrots, peppers, oregano, and sage. But ...

European Union negotiators reached a deal on new rules that pave the way for gene editing, a technique that will help farmers produce healthier animals and crops as they adjust to climate change.

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Christmas trees are big business in Oregon. In 2023 alone, the industry contributed $118 million to the state economy. Researchers at Oregon State University are working ...