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Remember the movie The Princess Bride, when the characters debate the existence of R.O.U.S.es (Rodents of Unusual Size), only to

How plants use a light receptor as a thermosensor. The level of active phytochrome B is regulated by light and

Fresh insights into the genetic code of sheep could aid breeding programmes to improve their health and productivity. Scientists at

Scientists show molecular basis for ants acting as ‘bodyguards’ for plants. Scientists at University of Toronto fed an enzyme activator

Increasing oil accumulation in leaves: Overexpressing the gene for PDAT, an enzyme involved in oil production, caused plant leaves to

Scientists tip balance of plant metabolism to increase oil content in leaves with aim of making biofuels and related useful

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The great boom of technology is having great impact on all industries and agriculture is no exception. This is the perfect opportunity to find solutions for new issues: the demand for a greater productivity, high quality products and the challenges of climate change. The UK Food and Agriculture Association estimates that the world population will…

Commercial fishermen may be able to catch more of the profitable fish they want with marine reserves than without them,

The genital gland of sea urchins, the so-called gonad, is found inside the urchin. This organ stores nutrients, and contains

Researchers at Newcastle University (UK) found that European sea bass experienced higher stress levels when exposed to the types of

Study finds that ecological and genetic factors both contributed to rise of new pupfish species The most common topology estimated

Lake Trout according to a recent study have been discovered to have a remarkable ability to adjust their behavior in

Farming markets allow farmers to interact personally with their customers, give consumers access to locally grown, farm-fresh fruit, and foster

Fish are expected to shrink dramatically in warmer waters. Fish are expected to shrink in size by 20 to 30