When a maize plant is attacked by the fungus Ustilago maydis, tumor-like tissue growths occur at the site of infection. How the pathogen causes this response in its host has long been unknown. But a ...

PARIS, April 24 (Reuters) - Maize is set to lose more area in Europe this ‌year as a jump in fertiliser and energy costs discourages some farmers as they plant spring crops, analysts said. Crop ...

Looking around, you might not realize it, but corn is everywhere. In one form or another, it’s in the cereals in your cupboard, the cosmetics and medicines in your bathroom, the kibble in your pet’s ...

Jan 30 (Reuters) - South African farmers are expected to plant maize over an area 2% bigger this year than last, the government's Crop Estimates Committee (CEC) said on Tuesday. The CEC forecast a ...