Fungi: nature’s hidden kingdom

Did you know we’re surrounded by living fossils that date back to the age of the dinosaurs?

In this new series, I’ll explore just how clever plants are, the complex ways in which they respond to the environment around them, the adaptations they make and the survival strategies they employ. I

Kew team unveils more than 100 species new to science, reports Ian Hodgson

Did you know that there’s a hidden universe inside you right now? Your gut is host to a vast community of microorganisms – trillions of bacteria, fungi and viruses – known as your gut microbiome, and

From ice cream to underwear and explosives, plants are remarkably integral to much of the manmade world, as a new book reveals. Harry Pearson investigates

Healthy soil grows healthier plants — and that matters to your horse. From gut health to hoof quality, Sian Constantine explains the benefits of diverse grazing and how to encourage it on your land without costly inputs