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October 03, 2013

Biochar quiets microbes, including some plant pathogens
Houston TX (SPX) Oct 03, 2013
In the first study of its kind, Rice University scientists have used synthetic biology to study how a popular soil amendment called "biochar" can interfere with the chemical signals that some microbes use to communicate. The class of compounds studied includes those used by some plant pathogens to coordinate their attacks. Biochar is charcoal that is produced - typically from waste wood, manure or leaves - for use as a soil additive. Studies have found biochar can improve both the nutrient- and wa ... read more

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