Although soybeans generally supply up to 90% of their own nitrogen needs through their beneficial relationship with Rhizobium bacteria 1 and via the soil 2, there are several factors that can limit ...

Figuring out how much to feed your plants can feel like a hassle, but most houseplants, vegetables, fruit, trees, flowers, and shrubs need at least some supplemental fertilizer or added compost from ...

Soybeans may fix their own nitrogen, but that doesn’t mean their fertility needs are simple. A high protein content and strong yield targets can lead to soybean nutrient deficiency, requiring a ...

Changes in root architecture, induction of root-based transport systems and associations with beneficial soil microorganisms allow plants to maintain optimal nutrient content in the face of changing ...

For years, scientists have seen enhanced photosynthesis as one of the only possible bright sides of increasing levels of atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) -- since plants use carbon dioxide for ...

BEIJING, Feb. 26 (Xinhua) -- Chinese scientists have unveiled a new molecular mechanism designed to simultaneously enhance cold resilience and phosphate use in maize, offering a potential solution to ...

Here's what happens to plants if you don't feed them enough, and how to avoid the problem. All plants require several key nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium for healthy growth, but ...