date:Feb 02, 2016
Research has revealed a superior form of a common plant enzyme, Rubisco, can boost photosynthesis resulting in a significant increase in wheat yield.
The research conducted by plant scientists at Lancaster University, Rothamsted Research, and the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Centre (CIMMYT) claim the enzyme can increase photosynthesis by up to 20% under certain field conditions.
Lancaster Environment Centre (LEC) professor Martin A J Parry said: Improving the efficiency of photosy