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Newly unearthed mechanism that helps plants 'feel full' could help crops use fertilizer more efficiently

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New York University
Newly unearthed mechanism that helps plants 'feel full' could help crops use fertilizer more efficiently
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Researchers at NYU have identified a molecular mechanism that signals to plants when they have absorbed sufficient nitrogen. This discovery could lead to the development of crops that use fertilizer more efficiently, reducing environmental runoff and greenhouse gas emissions.

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