25 agosto 2014
The eastern half of the United States is plagued by boron deficient soil and corn and soybean farmers are required to supplement their soil with boron; however, little is known about the ways in which corn plants utilize the essential nutrient. Now, researchers have found that boron plays an integral role in development and reproduction in corn plants. Understanding how corn uses the nutrient can help farmers improve crop yields.
http://feeds.sciencedaily.com/~r/sciencedaily/~3/6pO4miyrXME/140825185844.htm
