Agriculture

In Our “Did You Know” Series We Share Interesting Facts About Plant Science And Agriculture.

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Christmas beauty grows in the dark

Native to Mexico, poinsettias was used by the Aztecs for dye and medicine long before becoming the Christmas star today. Poinsettia’s success is also a tribute to European plant science and high-tech innovation in the horticultural sector.

Socrates’ killer lives in field margins

Nature is a brilliant chemist - and sometimes a lethal one. Local farmers know and work hard to keep their harvests free from risks!

Crops can also catch a cold

As Europeans brace for the flu season, farmers across the continent are dealing with another version of seasonal sniffles. Amongst their patients are maize, grapes, potatoes and many more.

Belgian fries are EU’s crispiest trade asset

Let’s ask ourselves: what would this country be without its fries? Since the late 1600s, Belgian villagers have fried potatoes.

Wool also keeps crops cool

June 17th is the world day to combat desertification and drought. This issue affects not only arid regions, but also parts of Europe. In this endeavour, even the smallest effort can make a difference: Some farmers are revisiting an age-old material (wool) to tackle today’s challenges like drought.

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