Corn stalks can grow to become twice as tall as a person, which makes them vulnerable to wind and difficult for farmers to tend. But short corn stalks can stand up to windstorms, boost yields and benefit the environment. Recognizing this, leading seed companies have engineered seeds that result in short stalks, and they are just beginning to market them. It’s a win-win for everyone.
High hopes for short corn
https://www.science.org/content/article/shrinking-corn-help-farmers-environment
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