The scientific study of grasses, including their identification, ecology, genetics, diseases, and agricultural and environmental applications.
From Greek agrostis (grass) + logos (study of). The discipline formalized in the 19th century as botanical sciences became more systematic and specialized.
Agrostology might seem niche, but it underpins global food security since grasses (wheat, rice, corn) provide about 60% of human calories worldwide.
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