Biochar application alleviates drought-induced oxidative stress by activating the salicylic acid-mediated glutathione synthesis pathway in Brassica napus.
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Biochar Boosts Drought Tolerance in Rapeseed by Activating Salicylic Acid-Driven Glutathione Pathway

New research reveals that biochar significantly reduces drought-induced oxidative stress in Brassica napus by enhancing salicylic acid signaling and activating glutathione biosynthesis. The study shows how biochar improves water status, suppresses harmful ROS, and restores redox balance through the SA-mediated GSH pathway.
Halo-Tolerant Phosphate-Solubilising Bacterium from Coral Reef: A Potential Bioagent for Phosphate Reclamation and Soil Fertility Enhancement
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Coral-Derived Bacterium Shows Powerful Potential to Reclaim Phosphorus and Boost Crop Growth in Saline Soils

A newly studied halo-tolerant bacterium from coral reefs, Cronobacter muytjensii, demonstrates exceptional phosphate-solubilising, plant-growth-promoting, and antifungal abilities under high salinity—offering a sustainable solution for improving soil fertility and crop growth in salt-affected farmlands.