Borates Not Likely to Harm Crops From Sewage Irrigation
Penn State agronomy researchers report borates in sewage effluent used for irrigation will not endanger crops in humid eastern regions. Five years of Penn State experiments show boron does not accumulate to hazardous levels, aided by soil iron oxides that tie up boron and rainfall that leaches it away.
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American Society of Agronomy
Detroit
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Pennsylvania State University
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More Males On Farms Reflect Aging Rural Population
The article notes 23 percent of U S farm people are 55 or older with fewer children on farms. It attributes rising farm ages to youth leaving for towns and cities for higher pay and new opportunities, while some southern rural areas report younger averages under 23.
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Agricultural Economic Research Service
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Inspection time reminder for vehicle owners in semi annual campaign
Vehicle owners in Pennsylvania are reminded that the November to January inspection period is half complete. Cars trucks and motorcycles with a Number 2 sticker are due for their semi annual checkup while a Number 4 sticker indicates requirements met. Brainerd urges owners to visit inspection stations promptly to avoid last minute delays.
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Trafic Safety
Brainerd
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