Although this method of identifying deep-rooting plants was accomplished with corn, shown here on a cloudy summer morning growing at Penn State's Russell E. Larson Agricultural Research Center, it can ...

A new technique may make it easier to selectively breed crop plants for better, deeper roots. The non-destructive process involves quickly checking a plant's leaves to see how far down its roots go ...

Tree and plant root depths vary, depending on climate, soil and water conditions, including rainwater infiltration and ground water levels. Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Around 20% of plants have a second set of roots deep underground, new research shows. . | Credit: ...