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Researchers make breakthrough discovery that could change the way we approach farming in polluted soils: 'All of [a] sudden it's resistant'

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Researchers make breakthrough discovery that could change the way we approach farming in polluted soils: 'All of [a] sudden it's resistant'

 

The Cool Down reports, "Scientists have made a discovery that could help to grow plants in polluted soil.

"A Washington State University-led research team discovered that bacteria found in some wild soil can acquire a set of genes that allows it to filter out the heavy metal nickel, which is toxic.

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Now scientists say wearing JEANS is bad for the environment.

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Now scientists say wearing JEANS is bad for the environment.

 

Daily Mail reports, "Now scientists say wearing JEANS is bad for the environment: Study reveals wearing a pair just once is the equivalent to driving a car for 6.4 miles."

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Is it illegal to collect rainwater in your state?

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Is it illegal to collect rainwater in your state?

 

World Water Reserve recently featured an article about rainwater collection restrictions in some states.

According to the article, "You want to start collecting rainwater on your property but you've heard some rumors about the government making it illegal to do so."

Who knew?

"So, what's the truth? Is rainwater harvesting really illegal?"

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The organic food scam? Fruit and veg that is grown without the use of pesticides is NOT healthier for you?

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The organic food scam? Fruit and veg that is grown without the use of pesticides is NOT healthier for you?

 

Can you believe this, or is it just old news?

Genetic Literacy Project reported, "The claims that organic food is safer, healthier, and better for the environment are simply false."

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Preparing for the 2024 solar eclipse on your farm

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Preparing for the 2024 solar eclipse on your farm

 

"To prepare for potential impacts of the [solar] eclipse on the agricultural community, OSU’s Agricultural & Resource Law Program and OSU’s Ag Safety Team offer these five steps farmers and farmland owners can take..."

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