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Benzoxazinoids secreted from maize roots into the soil can improve the yield of future plants

Study shows a strong relationship between temperature extremes and sweet corn yield loss

New air filter performs similarly to HEPA filters while outperforming toxic chemical filters

Plant scientists can now better select for genes likely to lead to better crop yields or stress tolerance

"This discovery has implications for food security and breeding new crop lines that can better deal with a changing climate," researcher says

A step-wise biorefinery approach uses the whole cob, producing a dye and a possible nutraceutical with the pigments, and an animal litter with the leftovers

Three 2,000-year-old cobs in Honduras show that people brought corn varieties back to Mesoamerica, possibly sparking productivity and shaping civilization

In addition to their anti-inflammatory properties, naturally occurring flavonoids are safer than standard drugs

Using machine learning, Penn State researchers revealed that while such a shift is not inevitable, evidence shows it is currently occurring and will likely continue

New research suggests promoting the fungus could be an especially valuable strategy for organic growers who struggle with insect control