#organic fertiliser

[soildynamics]

How to Use Fulvic Acid, Seaweed Tonic, and Rock Dust to Grow Amazing Plants

Every gardener dreams of lush, vibrant plants that flourish in their garden. While proper care and maintenance are essential, there are some secret ingredients that can take your gardening skills to the next level. In this blog post, we'll explore three natural wonders - Fulvic Acid, Seaweed Tonic, and Rock Dust - and learn how to use them effectively to grow amazing plants. These organic additives can significantly enhance the health and productivity of your garden, providing you with bountiful harvests and stunning ornamentals. Read more…

[kg2adam]

Comparing Organic and Chemical Fertiliser Emissions in Australian Agriculture

Australia is still figuring out how to farm in a way that lasts. The big question is whether to use organic or chemical fertilisers. Both types help grow more food and keep people fed. But they affect the environment when it comes to gases that warm up the planet. Let’s look at how much of these gases organic and chemical fertilisers give off in Australian farming. Understanding Fertiliser…

[distractionactivated]

Resolutely not reblogging a post about the UK biodiversity crisis to point out that drastic declines in biodiversity in the last 20-100 years do not, necessarily, mean that the entire history of human cultivation of nature here is catastrophic. Like, I get the point the person was making and I also think that the 'we made this green and pleasant land' rhetoric is usually thinly-veiled nationalist chauvinism, but also please think about the statistics you're using.

If your stats all point to the major damage being in the last century or two, this relates to industrialisation, industrial farming, power consolidation, and un/deregulation, not the activities of ordinary farmers 500 years ago or whatever. Therefore, it's not actually countering the points the 'green and pleasant land' chuds are talking about.

[kozmiknougat]

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[emuwarum]

fighting for my life on reddit talking about parthenogenesis and sequential hermaphroditism

[swift-grow]

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[diatomaceous5]

Diatomaceous Earth Food Grade Australia and Organic Liquid Fertiliser: Natural Solutions for Healthier Living.

In today’s world, many people are seeking natural and sustainable solutions for their everyday needs. Whether it’s for pest control, personal health, or enhancing the quality of soil for gardening, Diatomaceous Earth Food Grade Australia and Organic Liquid Fertiliser are two remarkable options that can help. Both are safe, effective, and environmentally friendly choices for those who want to live more naturally.

What is Diatomaceous Earth Food Grade Australia?

Diatomaceous Earth (DE) is a naturally occurring substance made from the fossilized remains of microscopic algae known as diatoms. Food grade DE is safe for humans and pets, and it has numerous uses around the home and garden. In Australia, Diatomaceous Earth Food Grade is becoming increasingly popular due to its versatility and effectiveness.

Benefits of Diatomaceous Earth Food Grade:

Pest Control: DE is a powerful, non-toxic pest control solution. When insects like ants, fleas, and cockroaches come into contact with DE, it scratches their exoskeletons and dehydrates them. It is an excellent choice for those who wish to avoid harmful chemicals in their homes.

Digestive Health: When ingested, food-grade DE can help support the digestive system by removing harmful toxins and waste from the intestines. Many people use it as a natural detox supplement.

Skin and Hair Health: DE contains high levels of silica, which is essential for healthy skin, hair, and nails. Many people use DE in skin care routines or as a supplement for better hair growth.

Natural Cleaning: With its fine, absorbent texture, Diatomaceous Earth is perfect for soaking up spills and odors. It’s a must-have for any natural cleaning regimen.

Organic Liquid Fertiliser: A Better Choice for Your Garden

Another great option for those who are interested in living more sustainably is Organic Liquid Fertiliser. Unlike chemical fertilizers, which can harm the environment and soil quality, organic liquid fertilisers are made from natural sources and provide a rich mix of nutrients for plants.

Benefits of Organic Liquid Fertiliser:

Improved Soil Health: Organic fertilisers enrich the soil with essential nutrients and beneficial microorganisms that improve the structure and health of the soil. They help to restore and maintain the balance of nutrients, ensuring your garden thrives.

Better Plant Growth: Plants fed with organic fertiliser grow healthier and stronger, thanks to the presence of vital nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. Organic liquid fertiliser promotes lush foliage, vibrant flowers, and better fruit production.

Environmentally Friendly: Organic liquid fertilisers are free from harmful chemicals and toxins, making them safe for the environment, pets, and people. They do not pollute waterways or harm beneficial insects and wildlife.

Sustainable Gardening: By using organic liquid fertiliser, you contribute to a more sustainable future. You reduce reliance on synthetic products, and you encourage biodiversity in your garden.

Why Choose Diatomaceous Earth and Organic Liquid Fertiliser?

When used together, Diatomaceous Earth and Organic Liquid Fertiliser create a powerful, natural solution for your home and garden. Diatomaceous Earth helps keep pests at bay, while organic liquid fertiliser nourishes the soil and promotes plant health. Both products are eco-friendly, safe to use, and effective, making them ideal choices for those looking to lead a more sustainable lifestyle.

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[afeelgoodblog]

The Best News of Last Year - 2023 Edition

Welcome to our special edition newsletter recapping the best news from the past year. I've picked one highlight from each month to give you a snapshot of 2023. No frills, just straightforward news that mattered. Let's relive the good stuff that made our year shine.

January - London: Girl with incurable cancer recovers after pioneering treatment

A girl’s incurable cancer has been cleared from her body after what scientists have described as the most sophisticated cell engineering to date.

2. February - Utah legislature unanimously passes ban on LGBTQ conversion therapy

The Utah State Legislature has unanimously approved a bill that enshrines into law a ban on LGBTQ conversion therapy.

3. March - First vaccine for honeybees could save billions

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has approved the world’s first-ever vaccine intended to address the global decline of honeybees. It will help protect honeybees from American foulbrood, a contagious bacterial disease which can destroy entire colonies.

4. April - Fungi discovered that can eat plastic in just 140 days

Australian scientists have successfully used backyard mould to break down one of the world's most stubborn plastics — a discovery they hope could ease the burden of the global recycling crisis within years. 

5. May - Ocean Cleanup removes 200,000th kilogram of plastic from the Pacific Ocean

The Dutch offshore restoration project, Ocean Cleanup, says it has reached a milestone. The organization's plastic catching efforts have now fished more than 200,000 kilograms of plastic out of the Pacific Ocean, Ocean Cleanup said on Twitter.

6. June - U.S. judge blocks Florida ban on care for trans minors in narrow ruling, says ‘gender identity is real’

A federal judge temporarily blocked portions of a new Florida law that bans transgender minors from receiving puberty blockers, ruling Tuesday that the state has no rational basis for denying patients treatment.

7. July - World’s largest Phosphate deposit discovered in Norway

A massive underground deposit of high-grade phosphate rock in Norway, pitched as the world’s largest, is big enough to satisfy world demand for fertilisers, solar panels and electric car batteries over the next 50 years, according to the company exploiting the resource.

8. August - Successful room temperature ambient-pressure magnetic levitation of LK-99

If the claim by Sukbae Lee and Ji-Hoon Kim of South Korea’s Quantum Energy Research Centre holds up, the material could usher in all sorts of technological marvels, such as levitating vehicles and perfectly efficient electrical grids.

9. September - World’s 1st drug to regrow teeth enters clinical trials

The ability to regrow your own teeth could be just around the corner. A team of scientists, led by a Japanese pharmaceutical startup, are getting set to start human trials on a new drug that has successfully grown new teeth in animal test subjects.

10. October - Nobel Prize goes to scientists behind mRNA Covid vaccines

The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine has been awarded to a pair of scientists who developed the technology that led to the mRNA Covid vaccines. Professors Katalin Kariko and Drew Weissman will share the prize.

11. November - No cases of cancer caused by HPV in Norwegian 25-year olds, the first cohort to be mass vaccinated for HPV.

Last year there were zero cases of cervical cancer in the group that was vaccinated in 2009 against the HPV virus, which can cause the cancer in women.

12. December - President Biden announces he’s pardoning all convictions of federal marijuana possession

President Joe Biden announced Friday he's issuing a federal pardon to every American who has used marijuana in the past, including those who were never arrested or prosecuted.

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And there you have it – a year's worth of uplifting news! I hope these positive stories brought a bit of joy to your inbox. As I wrap up this special edition, I want to thank all my supporters!

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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

[rootsshootsfruits]

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[ranticore]

slinky animal drawing as promised (from the alien poll, arboreal was the winning option)

i don't like the face completely phoned it in while also spending like 3 hours just going through several iterations of this head design until it was sort of ok to me but it still looks derivative so just ignore that part anyway i'm more happy about the body which i drew in 0.5 seconds and was immediately satisfied with

the body has two slinky abdomens linked by a central pelvic girdle with four legs. both slinky zones can expand and contract by hydraulic action (instead of muscular extension) in an internal organ which is shaped like a double helix. When expanded, it can be up to 4x longer, and each section can expand independently. This is a slow-moving animal and it uses this ability to slowly bridge the gap between trees and branches. It's very strong and can support its entire body extending out on just one set of legs

it has a pair of feelers which are tipped by a sticky pom pom and these shoot out to ensnare prey. The structures at the back of the body that resemble dandelion seeds are in fact a pair of reproductive structures which, when fully developed, break off and fly away, again like dandelion seeds. the other end has a sticky substance that develops over the space of a few hours to ensure that there's decent flight time to disperse them before they glue themselves to the first surface they touch. then they're encountered by another member of the species who fertilises them, breaks off the feathery bits, and carries around the rest of the structure in one of their front arms until it hatches into a bunch of young which then ride around on the parent's back.

they are found inland on the western continent of siren

[reasonsforhope]

"When Francois Beyers first pitched the concept of 3D ocean farming to the Welsh regulators, he had to sketch it on napkins. 

Today the seafood farm is much more than a drawing, but if you walked along the Welsh coastal path near St David’s, all you’d see is a line of buoys. As Beyers puts it: “It’s what’s below that’s important.”

Thick tussles of lustrous seaweed suspend from the buoys, mussels cling to its furry connective ropes and dangling Chinese lantern-esque nets are filled with oysters and scallops. 

“It’s like an underwater garden,” says Beyers, co-founder of the community-owned regenerative ocean farm, Câr-y-Môr. The 3-hectare site is part of a fledgling sector, one of 12 farms in the UK, which key players believe could boost ocean biodiversity, produce sustainable agricultural fertiliser and provide year-round employment in areas that have traditionally been dependent on tourism. 

Created in 2020 by Beyers and six family members, including his father-in-law – an ex-shellfish farmer – the motivation is apparent in the name, which is Welsh for “for the love of the sea”. ...

Pictured: Drone shot of Câr-y-Môr, which is on the site of abandoned mussel farms. Image: Scott Chalmers

Ocean farming comes from the technical term ‘integrated multi-trophic aquaculture’, which means a mixture of different seaweed and shellfish species growing together to mutually benefit each other. But it’s not just a way of growing food with little human input, it also creates ocean habitat. 

“You’re creating a breeding ground for marine animals,” explains Beyers who adds that the site has seen more gannets diving, porpoises and seals – to name a few – since before the farm was established.

Ocean farms like Câr-y-Môr, notes Ross Brown – environmental research fellow at the University of Exeter – have substantial conservation benefits.

“Setting up a seaweed farm creates an exclusion zone so fishermen can’t trawl it,” explains Brown, who has been conducting experiments on the impacts of seaweed and shellfish farms across the UK. 

Brown believes a thriving ocean farming industry could provide solutions to the UK’s fish stock, which is in “a deeply troubling state” according to a report that found half of the key populations to be overfished. “It would create stepping stones where we have safe havens for fish and other organisms,” he adds. 

But UK regulators have adopted a cautious approach, note Brown and Beyers, making it difficult for businesses like Câr-y-Môr to obtain licenses. “It’s been a tough old slog,” says Beyers, whose aim is to change the legislation to make it easier for others to start ocean farms. 

Despite navigating uncharted territories, the business now has 14 full-time employees, and 300 community members, of which nearly 100 have invested in the community-benefit society. For member and funding manager Tracey Gilbert-Falconer, the model brings expertise but most importantly, buy-in from the tight-knit local community. 

“You need to work with the community than forcing yourself in,” she observes. 

And Câr-y-Môr is poised to double its workforce in 2024 thanks to a Defra grant of £1.1 million to promote and develop the Welsh seafood industry as part of the UK Seafood Fund Infrastructure Scheme. This will go towards building a processing hub, set to be operational in April, to produce agricultural fertiliser from seaweed. 

Full of mineral nutrients and phosphorous from the ocean, seaweed use in farming is nothing new, as Gilbert-Falconer notes: “Farmers in Pembrokeshire talk about their grandad going down to the sea and throwing [seaweed] on their farms.” 

But as the war in Ukraine has caused the price of chemical fertiliser to soar, and the sector tries to reduce its environmental impact – of which synthetic fertiliser contributes 5% of total UK emissions – farmers and government are increasingly looking to seaweed. 

The new hub will have capacity to make 65,000 litres of sustainable fertiliser annually with the potential to cover 13,000 acres of farmland. 

But to feed the processing hub, generate profit and reduce their dependency on grants, the co-op needs to increase the ocean farm size from three to 13 hectares. If they obtain licences, Beyers says they should break even in 18 months. 

For now, Beyers reflects on a “humbling” three years but revels in the potential uses of seaweed, from construction material to clothing.  

“I haven’t seen the limit yet,” he smiles."

-via Positive.News, February 19, 2024

[bestanimal]

Round 2 - Chordata - Actinopterygii

(Sources - 1, 2, 3, 4)

Over 50% of chordate species are Actinopterygians (“Ray-finned Fishes”). There are over 30,000 species, comprised of the Polypteriformes (“Bichirs” and “Reedfish”), Acipenseriformes (“Sturgeons” and “Paddlefish”), Amiiformes (“Bowfins”), Lepisosteiformes (“Gar”), and the Teleosts (about 40 orders containing all rest of the actinopterygians).

Ray-finned Fishes are so called because of their lightly built fins made of skin webbings supported by thin bony spines. Actinopterygians are unique for their swim bladder, an organ that allows them to adjust their buoyancy. They are the most abundant free-swimming aquatic animals and can be found almost anywhere there is water. They come in a vast majority of sizes, shapes, scale-types, fin-arrangements, colors, and behaviors, from the 8 mm (0.3 in) long Paedocypris to the 11 m (36 ft) long Giant Oarfish (Regalecus glesne) to the 2,744 kg (6,049 lb) Giant Sunfish (Mola alexandrini). They have feeding strategies ranging from predatory to grazing to filter-feeding.

In most actinopterygians, males and females exist and reproduce through external fertilization. However, some species utilize sequential hermaphroditism, in which they start life as females and convert to males at some point. In a few species, they start life as males and convert to females. Some species give live birth, and some species self-fertilise. Some abandon their young, while some practice maternal and/or even paternal care.

The earliest known actinopterygian is Andreolepis hedei, from the Late Silurian. The teleosts in particular diversified wildly during the Mesozoic, resulting in the high diversity of shapes we see today. The earliest fossil relatives of modern teleosts, (Prohalecites and Pholidophorus), are from the Triassic period, though it is suspected that teleosts originated already during the Paleozoic Era.

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Many Actinopterygians, especially those that live in the deep sea, are bioluminescent, glowing in a variety of colors and patterns to attract prey, mates, or even just communicate.

Some species of Puffer Fish (Family Tetrapdontidae) are highly poisonous, second only among vertebrates to the Golden Dart Frog (Phyllobates terribilis).

The most venomous fish is the Reef Stonefish (Synanceia verrucosa). The spines on its back produce a venom which can cause severe pain, shock, paralysis, and tissue death in humans.

Male Seahorses (Genus Hippocampus) are known for having a pouch in which they carry eggs laid by the female.

The Harlequin Tuskfish (Choerodon fasciatus) has electric blue vampire teeth.

Speaking of teeth, Serrasalmids have jaws ranging from human-looking nutcracker teeth to bear-trap looking flesh-eating chompers.

The Mandarinfish (Synchiropus splendidus) and the Picturesque Dragonet (Synchiropus picturatus) are the only two vertebrate species known to produce their own true blue coloring. Blue as a color is usually a result of reflected light, and almost all cells that are perceived as blue are actually a reflective black. However, these two mandarinfish species have cyanophores, which are both blue in pigment and reflective, making them the most blue animals in nature.

Many fish are popular in the pet trade (some more ethical pets than others) and some have even been domesticated and bred to display a variety of colors and shapes, including goldfish, koi, Betta, and zebrafish.

Moray Eels (family Muraenidae) have a hidden set of internal jaws, called pharyngeal jaws. While most predatory fish use suction to “inhale” their prey, moray eels just… pull them in.

The Mangrove Rivulus (Kryptolebias marmoratus), a species of killifish, mostly breeds by self-fertilization and can survive for about two months on land. Males are rare, and can only hatch from eggs kept below 19 °C (66 °F).

The most famous pupfish (family Cyprinodontidae, also a type of killifish) is probably the Devils Hole Pupfish (Cyprinodon diabolis). It is a critically endangered species found only in Devil’s Hole, a water-filled cavern in the US state of Nevada. When nearby agricultural irrigation caused the water to drop in the cavern, several court cases ensued, resulting in Devils Hole being declared a National Monument in 1952, including the preservation of adequate groundwater to maintain the pool. As of September 2022, the count showed a total of 263 observed wild pupfish, up from only 35 in 2013.

There are waaaay too many cool fish for me to write about; I keep thinking of cool facts but this is already getting so long and I gotta save some for if this class makes it to the next round 🥲

[theperfectquestion]

Rusty probably didn't tell Hank and Dean that they were clones because I bet that Jonas would do that to him. I imagine that when he was reprimanding him, Jonas would literally refer to him as his R-number like it was his real, full, Christian name. Jonas would never let Rusty forget that he was living proof that Jonas Venture had beaten God.

There's probably a machine somewhere in the compound that squeezes out Scamps for the space programme. Jonas would take Rusty to see the clone slugs being made and would tell the boy, with genuine pride, that he is just like Scamp - mass produced. Then Rusty would see on the news that another Scamp had died in an experiment to test the limits of human endurance and have a panic attack when, shortly afterwards, his father strapped him into a prototype of Mr. Brisby's roller coaster. Jonas would scowl and tell him that he thought this latest Rusty genome was supposed to produce less of a crybaby.

Rusty never discussed this with Ben because, to him, Ben was as much a part of the problem as his dad was. We can assume that Ben jas mellowed with age just like Rodney and Horace but I wouldn't be surprised if he was a surfer version of Dr. Moreau in his youth. Who knows how many Rusty clones have fertilised the soil of the E-Den?

So sure, Rusty repeated a lot of the same mistakes with his kids as his dad did with him: dangerous lifestyle, poorly socialised, occasionally roped into a science project or organ donation... but Rusty almost always treated them like his sons, not an extension of his ego. Rusty's problem is that his idea of 'fathers' and 'sons' is one that is patched together from 60s television shows, half-remembered advice and shit he made up. He doesn't have any friends who are parents that he can emulate and he's too proud to actually learn what is considered best practice, but what he can do is to try and do the opposite to what Jonas would have done.

Thing is, everyone in the world of the Venture Bros sees Rusty as someone who could never live up to the greatness of Jonas Venture. But I think we as the audience are supposed to see him as someone who didn't repeat his worst sins. Whether he couldn't or wouldn't is up to us to figure out.