DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Edward Kane, Journalist
D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF By Journalists Edward Kane & Marya nne Kane SWEDEN'S ELECTRONIC SOIL INCREASES CROP GROWTH Source: Linkoping University & Stock Swedish scientists have developed electrically conductive soil that in some cases increases seedling growth by 50%. Here's what we know: Researchers are stimulating the root system of plants electrically They've engineered electrically conductive soil for hydroponics, a soilless cultivation method Hydroponics could help address food security issues in challenging environments and in those with little arable land Hydroponics will also enable food growth in urban environments Key bottom-line points from this new research: Barley seedling...