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Oh, deer! White-tailed deer found to have Covid-19 antibodies.

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Oh, deer! White-tailed deer found to have Covid-19 antibodies.

 

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) recently discovered that wild white-tailed deer in four states - Illinois, Michigan, New York, and Pennsylvania - were exposed to SARS-CoV-2. None showed signs of critical illness. None were wearing masks.

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Important News From The American Orchid Society

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Important News From The American Orchid Society

 

Since I am an orchid hobbyist, and have been since youth, I'm pasting portions of this email I received from The American Orchid Society. Perhaps you'd like to donate.

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Tomatoes and Turnips Are Big Winners During COVID Lockdown

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Tomatoes and Turnips Are Big Winners During COVID Lockdown

 

According to the Associated Press, gardeners stuck at home during lockdowns are turning to tomatoes and turnips for their gardens. The tomato is no surprise. But turnips?

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Michigan Governor Bans Sale of Plants and Seeds?

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Michigan Governor Bans Sale of Plants and Seeds?

 

Michigan Radio - a National Public Radio affiliate - reports that Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered that garden centers at large stores must close during the Covid-19 pandemic, declaring that the products for sale in those departments are "non-essential."

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