A tiny mineral may hold the secret to feeding billions sustainably
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A tiny mineral may hold the secret to feeding billions sustainably

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Rice, a staple for billions, is one of the most resource-hungry crops on the planet—but scientists may have found a way to change that. By applying nanoscale selenium directly to rice plants, researchers dramatically improved nitrogen efficiency, boosted yields, and made grains more nutritious while reducing fertilizer use and cutting greenhouse gas emissions.

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