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China scientists boost crop yields up to 100% with solar-activated mineral water

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Scientists at Peking University have developed a method using solar-activated mineral water to significantly boost crop yields in large-scale trials across China. The treated irrigation water reportedly enhances photosynthetic efficiency, leading to yield increases of up to 109.5% for sweet potatoes and substantial gains for crops like rice, wheat, and sugar cane. This innovative approach offers a new avenue for increasing agricultural production alongside traditional methods like improved crop varieties and fertilizers. AI

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China scientists boost crop yields up to 100% with solar-activated mineral water

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Chao Kong ·

    Crop outputs grew up to 100% in China’s big agricultural experiment: scientists

    Large-scale field trials across China show that irrigation water treated with natural minerals radiated by sunlight could dramatically increase the yields of several crops, according to Chinese scientists behind the experiments. The team said the trials, including on rice, wheat,…

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