The UW-Madison researchers found that a photoreceptor called cryptochrome 1 (cry1) not only controls stem growth but also retains some energy as an additional backup. If growth is halted due to a lack ...

BEIJING -- Chinese scientists have developed a gene-editing technique to reduce corn plant height, enabling the creation of ...

University of Minnesota Extension Crops Educator, Hutchinson Hybrid selection is a key step for profitable corn production. Since 1948, the average corn yield in Minnesota has increased steadily ...

Scientists are solving the mysteries behind Iron-Deficiency Chlorosis. The condition, which causes yellowing of the soybean plant, was providing an important clue all along. In contrast to ...

The color of an egg yolk, whether it is orange or yellow, is determined mainly by the hen's diet and living conditions. While ...

Companion planting is simply the practice of interplanting different crops that may benefit each other in a myriad of ways ...

During my travels last spring I was reacquainted with former Central Districts galloper Star Of Universe, which is enjoying ...

Wheat and corn farmers join ethanol producers to seek $5 million state tax break for retailers marketing E15 fuel, a step up ...

Growing and eating your own food can give you great satisfaction. So, if your garden space is limited, let your imagination increase its size. Here are some small space gardening ideas to get your ...

“The Wild Robot,” a leading contender in the Oscar race for best animated feature, boasts some well-known contributors, including musician Maren Morris, actor Lupita Nyong’o and director ...