Farming

The surprising plant-fungi relationship that could help feed us, even as the world heats up

How can you protect crops against global warming? One answer: find the secrets of plants that already thrive in the most punishing climates, says microbiologist Rusty Rodriguez....

Vertical ocean farms that can feed us and help our seas

Bren Smith wants to create thousands of decent jobs, transform how we harvest food from the oceans, and blunt the effects of climate change and marine degradation — all at the s...

What can you do with a home DNA machine? One unexpected answer: grow better truffles

Personal DNA testing machines are bringing lab-grade genetic technology within the reach of more people. A look at how a scientist-turned-farmer is using DNA testing to cultivat...