Iowa Faces Prolonged Dry Spell Across Western Regions
State climatologists warn Iowa remains in a dry pattern since December 1979 with only one above normal month since. Western and northwestern areas lack rainfall, forcing some farmers to consider switching from corn to soybeans as subsoil moisture runs short. Strong entities include Des Moines based state climatologist Paul Waite and Ames climatologist Elwin Taylor.
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Thought for today and farming notes on moisture
A Norwegian writer links truth and freedom as pillars of society while Lounsberry advises farmers in moisture scarce areas to cut plant populations if rainfall remains limited. The USDA reports farmers in several states, especially the northern Corn Belt, intend to raise corn acreage due to strong prices.
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Ultraviolet Device Aims to Purify Water in Desert Kibbutz
A kibbutz factory in Israel's Negev Desert develops a low cost ultraviolet light device to purify water, reducing or eliminating the need for chlorination. Mildew concerns arise in damp warm poorly lit areas.
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