When most growers plant corn, they expect perfect, uniform rows and plump and pearly yellow kernels lining the cob. But a ...

Maize (corn) is one of the most important staple crops in the world and has been extensively studied. Yet, many aspects of the genetic mechanisms regulating its growth and development remain ...

From the hilltops and back corners of Mexico’s traditional farms to the sterile potted corn plants at a greenhouse atop Iowa State’s Bessey Hall, associate professor of ecology, evolution and ...

Figure 1 | The lac1 mutant maize plants display smart-canopy-like plant architecture and increased grain yield at high density. a, Comparison of leaf angles at different canopy layers between a ...

Also known as maize, corn is native to the Americas and has been cultivated in Central America since 3500 BC. ... The roots of corn plants are shallow and can easily be damaged by cultivation.

The story of corn is anything but corny. It’s a tale of resilience and survival–all because maize was selfish (genetically). Maize and its numerous varieties have quickly adapted to several ...

Researchers were astounded that Menominee could grow so much in a cold climate with a relatively short growing season.