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Plant Respiration: Its Importance and Applications
Plant respiration is being studied in increasing depth and scope because of its importance for plants, the global atmosphere, and climate change. Despite intensive research, we still need to learn more about the factors that control the process, especially at larger scales. This ubiquitous process has essential applications in agriculture, climate action, and ecosystem management.… Continue reading…
Innovative Solutions in Agriculture, Food Preservation and Packaging: A Round-up of 5 Recent Developments
The food and agriculture industry is in constant flux, with new technologies and innovations being researched and developed to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance the quality of products. This article explores five of the most cutting-edge advancements poised to revolutionize the industry in the coming years. From novel methods for monitoring the moisture content… Continue reading…
Uncovering the Roots of Success: an Agronomist’s Experience Using a Root Imager For Sugar Cane Production in Brazil
Augusto Ohashi, an agronomist and master’s student at the Federal University of São Carlos, was part of a research project to improve sugar cane yield and biofuel efficiency. To gather insights into the impacts of irrigation and fertilization on crop growth and development, Augusto utilized a root imager to non-destructively study the root systems of… Continue reading…
LAI and Nutrient Levels Affect Douglas Fir Regeneration
If people were assured it is not invasive, introduced Douglas fir, which produces quality wood and can survive summer drought, could become a sustainable species for future forestry A study compared the regeneration of Douglas fir to other tree species in different native forests and under varying environmental conditions. Douglas fir cannot compete with productive… Continue reading…
Emerging Technologies for Phenotyping in Small Plot Agronomic Field Trials
Tens of millions of agronomic field trial plots are planted globally every year. This Expert Spotlight webinar, featuring Dr. Edwin J. Reidel of Progeny Drone Inc. and CID Agtech, examines the challenges inherent in current field trial procedures, and how a combination of emerging technologies can provide greater accuracy while saving time, effort, and resources.