Tag: Farmland
Prairies on fire!
Prairie fires were a natural part of the landscape before European settlement. Most prairies were eventually turned into farmland. Because they’re vital habitat to pollinators and other wildlife, plus are beautiful in their own right, prairies are being restored. Occasionally, they need to be burned to survive.
Poisoning Farmland With Toxic Waste Is Not A Good Long-Term Strategy
Researchers have found that most toothpaste contains lead and that toxic metals are found in many agricultural areas worldwide.
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Agricultural Drones Are Low-Hanging CleanTech Fruit For Sustainable Food Production
If you’re looking for a clean technology that’s already proven, scalable, and ready to make an impact, look up — literally. Agricultural drones are quietly transforming farming around the world, and they’re doing it in a way that’s fast, efficient, and sustainable. For an industry that’s often slow to change, … [continued]
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Between Myth and Migration
Cougars are making a comeback. The iconic wildcat hasn’t had a breeding population in the Great Lakes states since the early 1900s, but now they’re moving east. Experts say they could be back soon. Some people swear they already are.
Ontario’s Greenbelt turns 20, RCMP investigation continues
Greenbelt webinar looks at 20 years of history, the need for ongoing protection, and possible expansion