Mullein leaf (Verbascum ) is a common weed used for centuries in herbal medicine. Herbalists often use mullein flowers and leaves to treat respiratory problems, digestive issues, and skin conditions, ...

Though certain varieties of rice may be higher in fiber, protein, or antioxidants, all types of rice can fit into a nutritious, well-rounded diet. Rice is a staple food in many countries and ...

Green Leaf Australia Group Pty Ltd, an irrigator located at Clybucca in the Kempsey region, was sentenced along with one of its directors in the NSW Sydney Downing Centre Local Court last week ...

The trials confirm Phytalix provides unparalleled defense against Bacterial Leaf Blight (BLB) in rice, effectively protecting one of the world’s most important food sources and increasing yields ...

All rice contains beneficial nutrients, but nutrition values vary depending on factors such as the variety of rice, the nutrient quality of the soil it is grown in, the degree of milling, and how it ...

A new study has identified a genetic circuit in plants that controls individual leaf growth and allows the plants to adapt to their environment. The findings could help the development of more ...

While many of us throw excess water once our rice is boiled, did you know that this water is actually great for your health? Yes, there are multiple rice water benefits that contribute to your overall ...

Patricia was the assistant food editor at Southern Living and worked with the Southern Living food team from 2006-2022. She contributed to articles about food, gardening, and pets.

Chl a and Chl b absorb sunlight at different wavelengths (Chl a mainly absorbs red-orange light and Chl b mainly absorbs blue-purple light), leading to the assumption that the total amount leaf ...

Among these, Xanthomonas oryzae pv. oryzae, the causal agent of bacterial leaf blight (BLB) is considered to cause severe yield losses (Arshad et al., 2015). This disease is widely prevalent among ...