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Heat waves hurt maize crops more than dry air in Northeast China

June 9, 2026

Northeast China grows a lot of corn—about a third of the country’s total. But the weather there has been getting more extreme. Scientists looked at 40 years of corn harvests, plant growth records, and weather data from local stations. Instead of blaming just rainfall or drought, they tested how heat

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Maize's Secret Weapon: How Tiny Fungi Fight Pollution

November 20, 2025

Maize, a staple crop, faces a big problem: antimony (Sb) pollution. This harmful substance sneaks into the soil and messes with the plants, making them grow poorly and reducing their nutritional value. But here's a twist: tiny fungi called arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) might just be the heroes

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Global Competition Showcases Varied Approaches to Predict Maize Yield

November 23, 2024

In 2022 and 2023, an exciting global competition named Genomes to Fields (G2F) took place. This event focused on predicting maize yields by combining genetic and environmental factors. The challenge? To improve these predictions and make a real-world impact on food security, fuel, and planet care. T