Researchers have gained new insights into the genetic basis of rye reproduction. They have demonstrated how plants recombine ...

Researchers are one step closer to understanding how some plants survive without nitrogen. Their work could eventually reduce ...

Catechins are the heart of tea’s flavor and health-promoting properties, especially the galloylated types such as EGCG and ...

Many plants including cocoa, coffee and avocado cannot be gene-edited but a technique involving grafting could change that, ...

Traditional breeding and genetic modification methods have struggled to keep pace with the rapid evolution of plant viruses. CRISPR/Cas systems, originally derived from bacterial immune responses, ...

Humans have appreciated the beauty of flowers for centuries. Yet, flowers aren't just aesthetically pleasing. They also play a crucial role in plant reproduction. In all plants, a well-studied gene ...

Genetically altering crops may be key to helping them adapt to extreme temperatures. But shrinking funds and social acceptance stand in the way. By Rebecca Dzombak The world’s bread baskets are ...