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While Si is not essential for land plants, many plants, such as rice and grasses ... Therefore, optimization of Si makes more stress-tolerant crops. It contributes to the productivity and ...

So, Longwei Jiang, Jianguo Zeng and colleagues designed a carbon dot using pulverized durian peel that could neutralize reactive oxygen species (ROS) and alleviate salt stress-induced damage in rice ...

Her cool composting hacks are the secret to her flourishing garden in this scorching heat. Anju says, “Usually, potted plants need special care during summer as excessive heat can stress the plants ..

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