Plants are important sources of food, and advances in biotechnology can be used to enhance crop yields, reduce post harvest losses, and improve disease and […]
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Chemicals Used in Agricultural Practices
The use of chemicals in agricultural practices is a subject of interest for organic farmers, environmental stewards, and anyone who consumes or produces food. The […]
Read moreProperties and Health Benefits of Anthoxanthins – ( Flavones and Flavonols)
There are certain things required by living organisms for survival and an example of such is food. What is Food? Food is any nutritious substance […]
Read more10 Nutritional Benefits Of Unripe Plantains
Plantains are part of the banana family, but they differ greatly from Cavendish bananas. Cavendish bananas are also known as dessert bananas because of their […]
Read moreWhat are Anthocyanins? Benefits and Side Effects of Consuming Anthocyanins
What are Anthocyanins? Anthocyanins, which are also called anthocyanins, are water-soluble vacuolar pigments that, depending on their pH, may appear in different colors such as […]
Read moreTypes and Advantages of Using Hydroponics Planting Methods
What exactly are Hydroponics? Hydroponics is a branch of horticulture and a subset (larger part) of hydroculture which involves the growing of plants without soil, […]
Read moreDifferences Between Vascular and Nonvascular Plants
What are Vascular Plants? Vascular plants are plants that have a well-defined vascular system comprised of xylem and phloem for water and food transportation, respectively. […]
Read moreCharacteristics, Nutrition and Types of Saprophytes
Saprophytes are organisms that live or feed on other dead, decaying, or decomposed organic matter. They do not feed on living organisms, unlike parasites. Saprophytes […]
Read moreClassification, Characteristics and Life Cycle of Gymnosperms
The term “Gymnosperm” is derived from the Greek words “gymnos” (naked) and “sperma” (seed), and thus refers to “naked seeds.” Gymnosperms are seed-producing plants, but […]
Read moreLife Cycle of Moss Plants
Moss is a small, non-vascular flowerless plant that grows in shady and damp areas. These plant species lack vascular tissues and do not produce flowers […]
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