The term mycorrhiza is derived from the ancient Greek words mykos, meaning “fungus,” and rhiza meaning “root.” Together, the term translates to “fungus root.” Specifically, mycorrhizae are fungi that ...

A thin layer found in the top few centimeters of soil plays a big role in its ecology. Biocrust is built, maintained and ...

Mycotoxins pose a hidden threat in dairy feed, but understanding what triggers contamination and taking early action can help protect herd health and performance.

New research from Northern Arizona University points to the idea that, under some conditions, plants can "curate" their ...

Analysis - If you walk through a forest and look down, you might think you're stepping on dead leaves, twigs and soil. In reality, you're walking over a vast underground patchwork of fungal filaments, ...

Tooth enamel, the hardest substance in the human body, may be at risk of gradual and permanent wear from chewing vegetables.

Mycorrhizal fungi, vital yet largely unexplored, form symbiotic relationships with plants, supporting ecosystems globally. However, up to 83% remain unidentified. Reforestation and agriculture ...

What is this white stuff on the stems of my plants? This is a normal occurrence that happens every year in gardens all over ...