science Sciencedaily 2026-07-10

Soil Microbes Offer Hope for Crops on Salty Farmland

Beneficial soil bacteria help plants survive salty conditions by stimulating lignin production, which strengthens roots. This discovery could lead to bio-treatments for more resilient crops on arid land.

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