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SEED GERMINATION TEST
Have an old packet of seeds and don't know if they will still grow? Put 10 on a damp paper towel; if fewer than 7 sprout, it may be time to replace them- NASA sent seeds into space for nearly 6 years; after they returned, 132,000 experiment kits reached 3.3 million students in 30 countries
- In 2021, NASA sent 11 types of crop seeds outside the space station for 8 months; after their return, scientists tested whether they could still grow
- In 2020, NASA put seeds from 11 crops aboard an experimental spaceplane; after months in orbit, scientists brought them back to test whether they could still growIn 2020, NASA put seeds from 11 crops aboard an experimental spaceplane; after months in orbit, scientists brought them back to test whethe...17 Sep, 2026, 01.48 AM IST
- In 1984, NASA sent 12.5 million tomato seeds into orbit for nearly six years. After their return, 132,000 experiment kits were distributed across every US state and 30 countriesIn 1984, NASA sent 12.5 million tomato seeds into orbit for nearly six years. After their return, 132,000 experiment kits were distributed ...15 Sep, 2026, 11.40 AM IST
- A 45-year-old mung bean discovery exposes a hidden threat to the world’s doomsday seed banks — frozen crops may not survive as long as scientists once believedNew research suggests some tropical crops lose viability much sooner than older estimates predicted. Mung beans showed strong germination a...14 Sep, 2026, 08.32 PM IST
- In 1990, NASA recovered tomato seeds after nearly 6 years on LDEF; classroom tests found space seeds germinated at 73.8% versus 70.3% for Earth controlsAfter nearly six years aboard NASA's LDEF satellite, Rutgers tomato seeds returned to Earth to inspire young scientists. Millions of studen...01 Sep, 2026, 07.00 PM IST
- Reforestation with Drones? How aerial seeding technology is bringing new life to Gran Chaco's threatened ecosystemDrones are emerging as a game-changer for tree planting in Argentina’s Gran Chaco, with conservationists deploying biodegradable seed capsu...28 Aug, 2026, 12.12 PM IST
- In 2025, researchers extracted superabsorbent gel from discarded diapers and tested it in sandy soil, where it showed water-retention potential similar to a commercial hydrogelScientists are investigating the potential of repurposing used diaper gel as a source of agricultural water retention. This material exhibi...22 Aug, 2026, 04.58 PM IST
- NASA germinated corn seeds during spaceflight; seedlings showed altered root growth and twisted shoot patterns in microgravityIn a groundbreaking experiment, corn seeds grown in space exhibited unusual growth patterns, with roots growing sideways and shoots curling...21 Aug, 2026, 01.50 PM IST
- In 1920, Washington planted 507 Norway maples along 16th Street to honor its war dead; the invasive species later spread into Rock Creek ParkIn 1920, Washington DC planted Norway maples as a tribute to World War I veterans. Initially seen as a living memorial, these trees became ...13 Aug, 2026, 04.00 PM IST
- Jet fuel made from tropical fruit gets $3 billion backingResearchers in Brazil are pioneering the use of macauba palm oil as a sustainable aviation fuel alternative. This groundbreaking project fo...05 Aug, 2026, 12.03 PM IST
- Complaints on quality of seeds, fertilisers and pesticides to be probed, resolved in 7 days: BharaneMaharashtra's agriculture minister announced revamped taluka committees for faster complaint resolution. These committees will now investig...18 Jul, 2026, 05.03 PM IST
- World’s loneliest tree: A plant reduced to a single wild survivor is making an unexpected comebackWorld's loneliest tree making a comeback: A beacon of hope shines for 'Dendroseris neriifolia', a rare tree daisy reduced to a single wild ...25 Jun, 2026, 05.57 PM IST
- A seed bank in England marks 25 years of preserving the world's plant diversityBeneath England's countryside, the Millennium Seed Bank safeguards over 2.5 billion wild plant seeds, a vital archive against extinction. T...20 Oct, 2025, 07.15 PM IST
- ISRO to study how crops grow in space on PSLV-C60 missionISRO's PSLV-C60 mission will launch twin satellites for space docking technology demonstration. The PSLV's fourth stage, POEM-4, will host ...22 Dec, 2024, 07.30 PM IST
- AgroStar opens agri advisory centre & quality assurance lab for seeds & fertDigital farmer network and an end-to-end solutions provider for farmers -AgroStar on Monday announced the opening of an agri-advisory centr...23 May, 2022, 12.41 PM IST
- Agriculture Ministry plans to set up over 7K seed-testing labsThe ministry is consulting with state governments to set up 583 seed-testing labs in major towns and 6,600 labs at the block level in rural...23 Oct, 2018, 08.53 AM IST
- With 50% of seeds lost, soya quality may be hitMain soyabean producing states of India are gearing up to deal with severe seed shortage of oilseed crop and expected heavy demand.15 May, 2014, 12.38 PM IST
- Seeds may have to pass govt testPrivate seed makers, such as Monsanto, Bayer and Novartis, may soon have to get their seeds tested compulsorily by accredited rating agenci...19 May, 2007, 02.27 AM IST
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