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Early heat and drought stress can have lasting effects on corn growth

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Briefings

Research from the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center and University of Minnesota indicates that early heat and drought stress in corn can cause lasting growth and flowering issues months later. This study aims to inform crop breeding for resilience against hot, dry conditions.

Key points

• Early heat and drought stress in corn can cause lasting growth and flowering issues months after the stress ends.
• The study aims to inform crop breeding for resilience against hot, dry conditions.

Context

New research from the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center and University of Minnesota reveals that early environmental stress can have delayed effects on corn development, potentially guiding future breeding efforts.

Limitations

The study covers only corn plants; results may not apply to other crops or species. Data is from a single study with limited replication, and specific dates of stress application are not detailed.

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