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Root Systems’ Role in Ecosystems
Root systems make several vital contributions to ecosystems through their structure and functioning, influencing their environments and encouraging microbial growth and activities. Roots influence biogeochemistry through their involvement in carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus nutrient cycling. They are also significant contributors to the soil carbon sink. Roots build soil structure, stability, and water-holding capacity and promote… Continue reading…
Hydroponic Root Growth: Liquid Fertilizer’s Effect on Paprika From Concentrations in Hydroponic Cultures
Read the full study here. Research Authors: Jinen Hojo, Hiroyuki Chiba, and Takashi Ikeda, Meiji University, Tokyo, Japan Aspiring to shed light on the mysteries of plant growth, a team of researchers from Meiji University in Tokyo, Japan, undertook an interesting study to explore the effects of different liquid fertilizer concentrations on the growth of… Continue reading…
What is Plant Productivity, and How to Measure It
Plant productivity provides society with ecosystem services and is the basis of all heterotrophic levels. Environmental factors like light, temperature, and precipitation, determined by latitudes, influence plant productivity patterns, which are most in the tropics and decrease towards the poles. The combined negative and positive interactions are essential biotic factors influencing plant productivity. Plant productivity… Continue reading…
Exploring Root Traits: Paving the Way for Sustainable Small Grain Cereal Production
The modern agriculture industry grapples with a complex challenge. As global demand for food grows and climate conditions become increasingly unpredictable, the need to enhance productivity and increase sustainable small-grain cereals, such as barley and wheat, has never been more urgent. Farmers face significant obstacles in the form of moisture deficits and the excessive use… Continue reading…
Exploring Plant Nutrient Status: Q&A on Chlorophyll Fluorescence Measurements
This Q&A article explores the fascinating world of chlorophyll fluorescence, a process where plants emit light from energy loss during photosynthesis, and how it relates to plant nutrient status. Chlorophyll fluorescence measurements provide valuable insights into plants’ photosynthetic efficiency and overall health, allowing researchers and agriculturalists to optimize nutrient management techniques. By utilizing advanced root… Continue reading…
RootSnap! Webinar: From Root Imaging to Analysis – Best Practices and Applications
Join us for an in-depth exploration of RootSnap!, the effortless root analysis software from CID Bio-Science. Our webinar will take you through the latest release of RootSnap! and show you how to navigate and apply its suite of analysis tools. You’ll also get best practices for image collection and processing, as well as insights into… Continue reading…
Top 10 Questions Plant Scientists Ask About Photosynthesis Analysis Methods and Tools
Photosynthesis is one of the most important physiological processes for plants and ecosystems. The number of areas and themes are increasing as research on this topic gets multidisciplinary due to its potential applications. Measurement and analysis of photosynthesis are necessary for these studies. This blog covers the top 10 questions plant scientists consider about photosynthesis… Continue reading…
Turning Trees into Fossil Fuels: An Interview with Jonathan Cumming on Bioenergy Innovation
Our latest conversation with Jonathan Cumming, a plant physiologist from the Center for Bioenergy Innovations (CBI), reveals the latest breakthrough in sustainable biofuels. This article delves into CBI’s fascinating mission to turn lignin into aviation fuel. From genetic manipulations to selecting genotypes with beneficial traits, Jonathan shares insights into the project’s innovative approaches to optimizing… Continue reading…
Interesting Photosynthesis Research in 2022
Photosynthesis is crucial for crop yield improvement, forest management, and environmental protection. Increasingly research on photosynthesis is cross-disciplinary. Some studies combine photosynthesis with fields wide apart, like cancer cures, plastic degradation, or computers. Read further about the most striking photosynthesis research emerging last year, 2022. 1. Photosynthesis for cancer cure? Figure 1: Jiang et al.… Continue reading…
Leaf Spectroscopy at the Fingertips: Cutting Edge Crop Management With the CI-710s SpectraVue Leaf Spectrometer
Discover modern leaf spectroscopy with the CI-710s SpectraVue Leaf Spectrometer! This powerful, handheld device allows for rapid, non-destructive plant stress measurement, with the ability to measure transmission, absorption, and reflection, along with many other plant stress and pigment indicators using built-in indices. Whether you’re working in crop optimization, forest productivity, sustainability, or environmental research, the… Continue reading…
