by Curtis Morgan The oil industry is primed for resurgence in Southwest Florida. Fueled by lofty oil prices, more efficient drilling techniques and the promise of untapped but also largely unproven reservoirs, at least a half-dozen companies plan to expand exploration across the region. They’ve quietly spent between $10 million and $20 million over the […]
Read MorePotassium (K) is an essential element for plant growth it is important to food crops. Potassium, often called potash, helps plants use water and resist drought and enhances fruits and vegetables. If soluble Potassium is deficient in soil it can stunt growth and cause other symptomatic issues. To overcome deficiencies Potassium is commonly applied to gardens, lawns and orchards as part of […]
Read MoreBy Joseph Mas Phosporus (P) is an essential soil nutrient for plant growth and metabolism and is mainly responsible for flowering, fruit growth and root development. It plays key roles in many plant processes such as energy metabolism, the synthesis of nucleic acids and membranes, photosynthesis, respiration, nitrogen uptake and enzyme regulation. Adequate phosphorus nutrition […]
Read MoreBy Joseph Mas Nitrogen is a very important and needed for plant growth. It is found in healthy soils, and give plants the energy to grow, and produce fruit or vegetables. Nitrogen is actually considered the most important component for supporting plant growth. Nitrogen is part of the chlorophyll molecule, which gives plants their green color […]
Read MoreIf you are thinking of buying a home, mechanic shop, gas station, automotive shop or any property which utilizes underground fuel or oil storage, get your soil tested! If an underground oil tank at a property is 15-20 years old the chances of a leak are high and you need to have the tank tested. […]
Read MoreSoil carbon stock at any one time reflects the balance between the inputs from plant residues and other organic matter, and losses due to decomposition, erosion and leaching. Many things can deplete organic carbon stocks in agricultural soils. Highly productive seasonal growers and plowed fields with intensive cropping systems will lose a considerable amount of organic matter. Some key […]
Read MoreA farmer’s market, eco-friendly arts and crafts and green business will highlight the annual Earth Day festivities at the University of South Florida. The event will take place Saturday, April 20 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the USF Botanical Gardens. Hosted by USF’s Patel College of Global Sustainability and the Office of Sustainability, […]
Read MoreBy Hollie Thrasher The Tennessee Valley Authority is being sued by the Alabama Department of Environmental Management. In the suit filed April 12th, ADEM claims that The Colbert Fossil Plant, located in Colbert County, is responsible for leaking numerous chemicals into the Tennessee River. Details of the Lawsuit The suit shows that ADEM began looking […]
Read MoreBy ERIC STAATS Naples Florida had been eyeing the purchase of the Peaceful Horse Ranch in DeSoto County since 2010, when the 4,100-acre tract made the state’s land preservation list. An abrupt change of heart by the state Department of Environmental Protection, though, has put the ranch at the center of a scramble to preserve […]
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