Boron (B) is an essential trace element required for the physiological functioning of higher
plants. B deficiency is considered as a nutritional disorder that adversely affects the …

Industrialization and ever-augmenting urbanization are directly linked to elevation of
metalloid stressors in the environment. Human activities induced disruption of the natural …

Cadmium (Cd) is a highly toxic heavy metal for both animals and plants. Rice consumption
is a major source of Cd intake for human. Minimization of Cd accumulation in rice is key to …

This new edition provides current information on the nutritional requirements of world crops.
It presents research on the acquisition, accumulation, transport, and functions of chemical …

Background The immobile nature of plants means that they can be frequently confronted by
various biotic and abiotic stresses during their lifecycle. Among the various abiotic stresses …

Boron (B) is an indispensable mineral nutrient for plants and is primarily taken up by roots
mainly in the form of boric acid (H 3 BO 3). Recently, research shows that B has a significant …

Boron (B) is an essential nutrient for normal growth of higher plants, and B availability in soil
and irrigation water is an important determinant of agricultural production. To date, a …

Saline-alkali stress is a widespread adversity that severely affects plant growth and
productivity. Saline-alkaline soils are characterized by high salt content and high pH values …

The essentiality of 14 mineral elements so far have been reported in plant nutrition. Eight of
these elements were known as micronutrients due to their lower concentrations in plants …

Nitrate, the major nitrogen source for most plants, is not only a nutrient but also a signaling
molecule. For almost two decades, it has been known that nitrate can rapidly induce …