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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…
Insider Look: Unearthing the Secrets of Root Growth Vigor with Ehsan From True Organic’s R&D Department
In a recent conversation with Scott (CID), Ehsan shared his work in the R&D department of True Organic, where he focuses on improving crop vigor by creating a better environment for crops. Specifically, he discussed using rhizotrons to measure and visualize root growth in response to various fertilizer treatments. Although Ehsan encountered some difficulties and… Continue reading…
RootSnap! Webinar: From Root Imaging to Analysis – Best Practices and Applications
Request a quote | Schedule a consultation Join us for an in-depth exploration of RootSnap!, the effortless root analysis software from CID Bio-Science. Many plant researchers are having a problem today of being unable to see what’s going on with their crops below the surface without destroying the crop. This software, combined with a root… Continue reading…
The 10 most-cited Studies on Root Research in 2022
Roots are vital for resource acquisition and transport, determining plant growth, ability to withstand stress, and biomass accumulation. However, roots can also be affected by the environment and soil flora and fauna. Being underground, the root system, the “hidden half of plants,” has only lately been studied in detail after the development of modern tools… Continue reading…
Discover the Revolutionary CI-600 In-Situ Root Imager for Non-Destructive Root Imaging
Discover how non-destructive, high-resolution root imaging can enhance your plant and crop research with the CID Bio-Science CI-600 In-Situ Root Imager. This portable tool makes it simple to observe root growth and behavior with unparalleled accuracy, giving you a holistic view of plant health that can help you optimize crop production and enhance forest sustainability.… Continue reading…
How Scientists Measure Terrestrial Carbon Pools
With the world clamoring to limit climate change, the focus on carbon pools has never been greater. Accurate measurement of carbon pools and tracking changes is crucial for designing and evaluating programs to mitigate global warming or monitor climate change effects. Several approaches exist to measure carbon pools, in which advanced plant instruments are crucial… Continue reading…
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…
Discover the Researchers and Professionals Leveraging the Plant Canopy Imager in Their Studies
The CID Bio-Science Plant Canopy Imager is a powerful tool used by researchers, academic institutions, plant physiologists, phytologists, horticulturists, and ecologists to gain a deeper understanding of the plant world. Our infographic provides an in-depth look at the various features and capabilities of the imager, as well as the benefits it offers to researchers in… 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…
Seven Crucial Applications Of Leaf Area Data
Leaf area data is essential to research as the leaf is the largest plant organ involved in several crucial physiological processes and has maximum environmental interaction. Leaf area directly correlates to photosynthetic capacity, transpiration rate, and stomatal conductance. Plant growth and biomass accumulation can be predicted using leaf area data. This relationship has applications in… Continue reading…
