Agriculture

Space Asteroid that wiped out the dinosaurs turned ants into farmers 66 million years ago

A study reveals how the dinosaur extinction paved the way for fungi-ant farming mutualism, offering insights into evolutionary biotechnology.

Green Impact 3D-printed soil: Never forget to water your plants again Rebecca Shavit

Green Impact Incredible ‘smart soil’ can water and feed itself Joshua Shavit

Green Impact Cutting-edge soil sensors boost crop production and cut costs for farmers Joshua Shavit

Green Impact Groundbreaking AI system better predicts water availability for drought-sensitive farmers Joshua Shavit

Innovations Breakthrough technology looks to revolutionize how we grow food Joshua Shavit

Discoveries Innovative new process makes hydrogen from solar power and agricultural waste Joshua Shavit

Discoveries Net zero energy hybrid farm system extends growing season Joshua Shavit

Discoveries Cotton picking robot revolutionizes farming — improving yields by 20%Joseph Shavit

Discoveries Red nets revolutionize agriculture, reduce need for insecticides Joshua Shavit

Discoveries 80% of Americans exposed to dangerous chemical contained in Cheerios and Quaker Oats Joshua Shavit

Discoveries Popcorn is popping its way into science classrooms and revolutionizing education Joshua Shavit

Discoveries Farming breakthrough dramatically cuts the use of pesticides to protect crops against diseases Joshua Shavit

Discoveries Cutting-edge “eSoil” boosts barley growth by a staggering 50%Joseph Shavit

Discoveries Breakthrough aquaculture technology turns waste wood into nutritious seafood Joseph Shavit

Discoveries Climate-smart cows could deliver 10-20x more milk, study finds Joseph Shavit

Discoveries Adding Crushed Volcanic Rock to Cropland: The Unexpected Solution to Climate Change Joseph Shavit