Huitlacoche, a gelatinous fungus that grows on corn, may technically be a plant disease — but it’s also a gourmet culinary ingredient. The National Library of Science characterizes huitlacoche as a ...

Plant-based screening experiments were conducted with the aim of identifying biocontrol bacteria and fungi for seed treatment of maize. Candidate microorganisms were evaluated for their protective ...

Maize's evolution, global importance, and newfound plant communication discovery offer insights into sustainable agriculture ...