Scientists have uncovered how the plant hormone auxin helps roots bend and downwards towards gravity—a process called gravitropism—even after encountering obstacles in soil.
A new study has revealed the 3D structure of a barley root protein that protects plants from toxic aluminum in acidic soils.
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