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US scientists use coconut dust for germinating stronger seeds

Deccanchronicle.com
Saturday, April 12, 2014

Washington: A team of scientists led by an Indian-American at a prestigious American university has introduced a technique of using coconut dust for germinating seeds that improves soil quality for plants to take stronger roots. Scientists at the Virginia Tech have developed the technique for farmers in Kerala, which can be used as a great potting soil for seedlings, the university said...