Scientists have investigated a genetically modified (GM)cotton grown in China that generates a built-in insecticide of its own against pests.
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Trinidad Moruga Scorpion Is Hottest Pepper In The World & Among The Most Flavorful
Months of research by experts at New Mexico’s State University’s Chile Pepper Institute have identified the Trinidad Moruga Scorpion as the hottest pepper on the planet.
A New Green Revolution Through Green Super Rice Propagation
Rice is a staple food for nearly half the globe and provides a fifth of all the calories humanity consumes.
Is Genetically Engineered Corn Loses Its Effectiveness Against Pests?
The genetically engineered corn or Bt corn was introduced to the farmers in the United States in 2003.
IRRI Calls For A More Environmentally Friendly Approach In Raising Crops
The Philippine based International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) was instrumental in the launching of the 1970s ‘Green Revolution’ which helped millions of Asians achieve self sufficiency in rice, Asia’s staple crop.
UK’s Most Expensive Coffee, Not Beans Directly From Plant But From Civet Cats’ Droppings
Britain’s most expensive cup of coffee costs US$ 112 dollars (£70) a cup.
Perimeter Fence Of Beehives, A Good Deterrence To Farm Rampaging Elephants
A fence of beehives was invented and developed by Dr. Lucy King, a biologist after studying elephants’ fear of being stung by bees.
Agricultural Lands In Parts Of Japan Contaminated With Radioactive Materials
Agricultural lands in parts of Japan is no longer safe because of high levels of radiation in the soil, scientists have warned, as the country struggles to recover from the Fukushima atomic disaster.
Planting Of Trees Improve Soil Nutrients, Increase Food Production
The nitrogen-fixing roots of certain trees provide valuable nutrients to resource poor tillable land.
Fusarium Wilt Threatens The Philippine Banana Industry
A more virulent type of the fungus known as Fusarium wilt emerged last month and quickly began spreading through plantations in the southern region of Mindanao, Philippines where most of the country’s banana exports come from.