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New research shows unintended harms of organic farming.
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Phys.org reports, "...a new study published in Science on Thursday finds that expanding organic cropland can lead to increased pesticide use in surrounding non-organic fields, offsetting some environmental benefits."
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The Annoying Weed That Makes For The Perfect Fertilizer For Your Garden
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House Digest recently reported on this notorious weed.
"Rather than curse their very existence or dump their hacked remains onto your compost pile, where they're liable to spread, why not turn them into a healthy beverage for your plants?"
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- Tags: flower gardening, gardening, landscape maintenance, lawn, lawns, organic, sustainability, vegetable gardening
EPA requires agricultural advisement on the popular growth amendment.
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An article from Planet Natural Research Center reports, "EPA requires agricultural advisement on the popular growth amendment.
Kelp extract now "requires careful labeling. No fruit or vegetables, say a tomato, can be pictured on the label. That would be a violation of EPA rules and would carry a stiff fine."
AI-Powered Weed Zapper kills weeds without pesticides
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Self-driving weed-zapping machines made by Carbon Robotics technology gives farmers a way to eliminate weeds without pesticides.
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- Tags: organic, pest management, pesticide