Researchers demonstrate that the plant hormone gibberellin (GA) is essential for the formation and maturation of nitrogen-fixing root nodules in legumes and can also increase nodule size. Researchers ...

"We studied a large number of wheat and barley genotypes under different nitrogen supply conditions and analyzed their root architecture and nitrogen accumulation in the plants," says lead author Md.

If you liked this story, share it with other people. The creation of synthetic fertilizers in the early 20th century was a turning point in human history, enabling an increase in crop yields and ...

Determining the right amount of nitrogen for your corn crop is a balancing act that can challenge any farmer. Get it wrong, and your yield can suffer. We can help you better understand the ...

As the growing season progresses, the gardener needs to monitor their plants growth. Side dressing plants with nitrogen is a good method to meet plant requirements.

Nitrogen is an essential element for living organisms, needed to build DNA, proteins and chlorophyll. Although nitrogen makes up nearly 80% of the air we breathe, it’s availability to plants and ...

Rice production is heavily dependent on nitrogen fertilizers, particularly in China, where application rates are two to three ...