Natural alternatives to protect plants inspired by pharmaceutical research
Sunday, December 4, 2016 - 09:51
in Biology & Nature
The bacteria Streptomyces -- which is commonly used in human antibiotics and found in the natural environments of wild plants as well as crops -- could be used as an environmentally friendly alternative to pesticides, scientists say. In addition to protecting plants from fungal and other threats, Streptomyces has been shown to keep roots healthy and promote plant growth.