DROUGHT AND HEAT STRESS

Jun 07 2025SCIENCE

Soil's Secret Struggle: How Drought and Heat Affect Carbon and Nitrogen

Soil is a living, breathing thing. It's not just dirt under our feet. It's a complex web of life that supports plants, animals, and even us. But what happens when the weather turns harsh? How does soil handle drought and heat? Scientists wanted to find out. They looked at different types of soil. Some were from forests, others from farms using conventional methods, a...

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Mar 11 2025SCIENCE

Wheat's Secret Weapon: Thriving in Hot, Dry Conditions

Wheat is a staple food crop. It is grown in many places around the world. It is a big deal. Climate change is making it harder to grow wheat. The weather is getting hotter and drier. This is a big problem for farmers. They need wheat that can handle these tough conditions. Researchers in Canada's semi-arid Prairies did a study. They looked at 18 different typ...

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