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Want to curb climate change? Buy less-than-perfect produce and go easy on pesticides, researchers say
Want to curb climate change? Buy less-than-perfect produce and go easy on pesticides, researchers say

In its latest report, the Pesticide Action Network has made the case for why growers should use less pesticide and urges produce buyers to accept fruits and vegetables with blemishes.

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Why a New App Designed by Iowa State Could Be a Game Changer to Identify and Diagnose Unwanted Pests
Why a New App Designed by Iowa State Could Be a Game Changer to Identify and Diagnose Unwanted Pests

A new pest ID app designed by Iowa State University is the first of its kind for not only insect detection, but also suggested management practices that can help farmers rid their fields of unwanted pests.

Tyne Morgan
Industry
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EPA, Labor Broaden Pesticide Protections for Farm Workers

The country’s 2 million farm workers could soon have less chance of harmful pesticide exposures, according to updated "worker protection standards" proposed today by EPA and the U.S. Department of Labor.

Alison Rice
Sustainability
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Number of Bee Colonies in North Dakota Jumps

The number of bee colonies in the nation's leading honey-producing state is on the rise, as is landowner acceptance of the boxlike colonies.

Associated Press
Sustainability
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New Changes amid Fast-Growing Biological Market

Novozymes has signed an agreement with Natural Industries Inc., which is researching how soil microorganisms can help combat weeds, insects and other pests.

Ben Potter