Last summer, I stood in my garden with a can of pesticide, ready to wipe out every crawling thing in sight. Then I hesitated, because...
Archive for tag: soil
Burying Underwear to Learn About Soil?
Isn’t it kind of funny how something as simple as underwear can end up teaching scientists about the health of an entire country’s soil? Picture...
Going Organic in the Greenhouse: Transitioning a Commercial Operation Without Losing a Crop
Talk to any group of commercial growers, and the subject of going organic comes up fast. Buyers want it. Retail chains ask about it. The...
The Hidden Climate Helper Beneath Our Feet, The Soil
When people talk about climate change, they usually think about forests, factories, cars, or fossil fuels. Very few people think about soil. Yet the ground...
The Soil Species, Hidden Life Beneath Our Feet
When people talk about endangered animals, they often think about pandas, whales, or polar bears. These animals are famous and easy to see. However, there...
Climate Migration and Soil: Understanding the Connection Between Erosion, Drought and Displacement
You have likely experienced unexpected weather in your area or witnessed a surprising headline about a disaster in another state. Warm regions are freezing over,...
Bee Evolution? Scientists Find That Bumblebee Queens Hibernate in Pesticide-Contaminated Soil
Researchers from the University of Guelph discovered new findings about the health, survival, and reproduction of bumblebees. Dr Nigel Raine and Dr Sabrina Rondeau from...
Starting with “Plant Flu” – Why Do We Need Antiviral Pesticides?
Phenomenon Introduction Have you noticed the mysterious yellow patterns on rose leaves along your school’s tree-lined paths? These lightning-like markings are symptoms of a “plant...
Wildlife-Friendly Flower Gardens & Blooms That Support Local Ecosystems
Creating a garden that serves both beauty and biodiversity isn’t just a trend – it’s a vital step toward supporting our local ecosystems. As we...
Unique Environmental Benefits of Alfalfa
Alfalfa is a unique plant that’s commonly grown to feed livestock, but its benefits extend far beyond animal nutrition. As a legume crop, alfalfa not...