University of Idaho plant breeder's rapeseed, canola and mustard research grows into international research pact SeedQuest
An international company Wednesday formally joined forces with University of Idaho plant breeder Jack Brown to develop high-value oilseed crops worldwide for alternative fuel production.
Vaccine-producing 'Plant-factories' Science Daily
A research team has discovered a new route for the transport of proteins in plant cells, a discovery that will enable the biotechnological design of plant factories.
Meat plant odors get an airing Thursday The Arizona Republic
People living near Tolleson's Sunland Beef get a chance Thursday to speak about the odors coming from the meat-processing plant.
Stressed hosta not at its best The Star-Ledger
I have a beautiful hosta plant, but this year it only had two flowering stems. The previous years, I had more. The plant had nice full green leaves. What could be wrong ?
Cannas are easy to grow Tallahassee Democrat
Q: A friend gave me several canna-lily bulbs last year. Of course, I did not do anything with them. Can I still plant them and, if so, when and what special needs do they have?
Adieu green lawn, see you in the spring The Weatherford Democrat
By Julie Kirkwood THE EAGLE-TRIBUNE (NORTH ANDOVER, Mass.) NORTH ANDOVER, Mass. — I started spreading organic fertilizer on the lawn on a weeknight. When it got so dark that I could no longer see the tracks from my spreader, I stopped for the night.
Oilseed Research Blossoms into Global Pact Newswise
An international company Wednesday announced a research agreement with with University of Idaho to develop high-value oilseed crops worldwide for alternative fuel production. The deal will bring $2 million in research funding during the next five years to UI plant breeder Jack Brown, who has bred mustard, canola and rapeseed varieties for the Northwest and other U.S. regions.
Severstal sells stock worth $1.06 billion International Herald Tribune
Severstal, one of the largest Russian steel makers, sold $1.06 billion worth of stock Wednesday, less than was planned.
Ethanol: A special report Iowa Farmer
The recent spike in oil prices and passage of the energy bill has ignited interest in ethanol production. However, there are other factors involved with ethanol production beyond the production growth in Iowa, the Midwest and nationally.
Can I get a witness? The Oregonian
I knew it would happen as soon as I wrote about the loss of my beloved Cercis canadensis 'Forest Pansy' and consoled myself with reports that this particular redbud "doesn't do well" here.


Plant Nutrients and Fertilizers for the Non-Farmer
You may still have to supplement, but you will then apply fewer nutrients--and a lot less fertilizer. Plants need 18 elements for proper growth and
Organic vs. Synthetic: The Effect of Fertilizer on Plant Growth
Synthetic: The Effect of Fertilizer on Plant Growth. J1626. Objectives/Goals. I am a gardener, and have always wondered if organic fertilizer works better
Measurement and simulation of the effects of N-fertilizer on
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Plant gene discovery could enhance plant growth, reduce fertilizer
Scientists at the Boyce Thompson Institute for Plant Research at Cornell University have uncovered the genes that enable plants to interact with beneficial
ScienceDaily: Plant Gene Discovery Could Enhance Plant Growth
Fertilizer -- Fertilizers or fertilisers are compounds given to plants with the intention of promoting growth; they are usually applied either via the soil,
Fertilizers & Plant Nutrition
What Do Fertilizer Components Do? There are approximately 20 elements necessary or beneficial for plant growth and blooming. Some are derived from air and
Plant Nutrient Requirements
Calcium is required for plant growth, cell division and enlargement. 1997 European Fertilizer Manufacturers Association, Avenue E. Van Nieuwenhuyse 4,
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