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Research investigates potential of neem seed oil as a sustainable alternative to petroleum-derived oils
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Research in the International Journal of Surface Science and Engineering has investigated the potential of neem seed oil as a sustainable bio-lubricant to replace conventional petroleum-derived oils.
Ford to scale back planned $3.5 billion electric vehicle battery plant in Michigan
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Ford said Tuesday it is scaling back a planned $3.5 billion investment in an electric vehicle battery plant in Michigan.
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Controlling buckthorn.
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University of Minnesota Extension has published an article on eradicating buckthorn from your landscape. Those of you who have this problem should read this article.
Thinking about planting a maple tree in your yard? Well, hold on just a minute!
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Em Casalena published an article in AZ Animals laying out 8 reasons you should think twice before planting maple trees.
"While maples may seem like a popular choice for many homeowners, there are some compelling reasons why you might want to think twice before digging that hole and planting those seeds or saplings.
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Scientists mindblown after discovering underground ant city 'equivalent to the Great Wall of China'
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Upworthy reports, "In 2012, scientists found a sophisticated underground ant city that was once home to millions of insects, later captured in the documentary "Ants: Nature's Secret Power." The massive underground roadways, pathways and gardens of the deserted megalopolis were unearthed in Brazil.
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- Tags: extinct species, wildlife