Results will help growers predict future beet leafhopper abundance based on fall precipitation and make informed decisions about weed management and ultimately improve crop yields.
articles
Small Climate Change Effects Can Be the Most Obvious
Relatively small changes to the climate in some parts of the world can be more obvious than larger changes elsewhere, according to a new study.
New Technique for Measuring Greenhouse Gas Production From Thawing Permafrost
A research team led by McGill University geochemist Peter Douglas has used a new method for measuring the rate at which methane is produced by microbes breaking down thawing permafrost.
Ancient Flooding Formed, Left Behind Boulders in Wildcat Ridge
One year ago, a historic flood struck Nebraska, topping levees; taking out bridges, dams and houses; covering thousands of acres in water; and reminding Nebraskans of the power of a raging river.
Continuous Soil Fertility Monitor Could Benefit Agriculture
Development of a rugged continuous electronic monitoring device to detect soil fertility in farm fields could be a boon to agriculture in the United States and the United Kingdom (UK).
Out of Our Depth? Why Deep Seabed Mining is Not the Answer to the Climate Crisis
The climate emergency is finally on the global agenda, with plans and strategies abounding on how we can transition to a low-carbon future. Business as usual is no longer an option.