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Waste-upcycling in plant science refers to the process of converting agricultural byproducts, plant residues, or other organic waste streams into valuable compounds, materials, or inputs through biological or biochemical means. This approach is significant for plant biology because it leverages the metabolic capabilities of plants and associated microorganisms to transform low-value waste into high-value products such as biofuels, bioactive compounds, or soil amendments. By closing nutrient and material loops, waste-upcycling research supports more sustainable agricultural systems and helps reduce the environmental footprint of crop production.

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