BioSmart Fact File 273.4 orbitbiotech biosmartpeople Boron facilitates stem cell growth, development in corn Boron deficiency is most widespread causes known to stop growth in plants, cause problems in the meristems, or stem cells of the plants. The eastern half of the United States is plagued by boron deficient soil and corn and soybean farmers are required to supplement their soil with boron. Now, researchers have found the integral role of born in the development and reproduction in corn plants. Treatment of corn with a boron fertilizer and water leads to the observation of boron grew normally corn, while other treated with water withered. The affected plants meristems had altered pectin which is strengthened with boron and stabilizes the plant cell.
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