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An orchid uses a finger-like appendage to pollinate itself
More than 130 years after a fungus-eating orchid species was discovered, the purpose of its mysterious appendage has been revealed ...
Orchid's unique structure reveals new self-pollination mechanism
Kobe University researcher has uncovered the purpose of the structure that inspired its name—revealing a novel mechanism by which plants ensure reproduction.
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Attract More Pollinators: 8 Best Nectar-Producing Plants For Honey Bees And Other Pollinators
Want to know the core plants you can grow to add beauty while helping beneficial garden friends? Discover the best ...
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Robotic insects are here and may be the future of farming and plant pollination
Robotic insects modeled after bees are set to revolutionize pollination, boosting crop yields and transforming agriculture.
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Excessive Use Of Fertilisers Killing Bees And Flowers, 169-Year-Old Experiment Finds
The population of pollinating insects like bees was halved due to use of fertilisers. Extensive use of fertilisers in agriculture grasslands significantly reduces the population of pollinators and ...
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MIT’s robot bees break pollination records with 1,000-second hover, flips and more
MIT's new robotic insects, inspired by bees, achieve longer flights and enhanced precision, paving the way for autonomous ...