Jul 08
When it comes to biomass energy, of course there are biomass advantages and biomass disadvantages. There are distinct good and bad qualities of using this alternative fuel for energy. There are several differing opinions of course, some of which rest upon financial considerations and may be biased, so we will try and eliminate all the …
Oct 04
Why bees and bees’ pollination are important to the ecosystem and humans, and as we all know, ecosystems are a very complex series of interconnected life forms, both plant and animal that depend upon each other. Ecosystems exist in a state of harmony and balance and when one component of that ecosystem is out of …
Dec 09
Keeping bees holds intrigue and interest for many, but the practice of beekeeping is more than just a pastime: it is becoming vital. Honeybee numbers have dwindled over the last five decades. Their decline has been variously attributed to disease, exposure to pesticides, climate change, and a mono-crop approach to agriculture. Regardless of the causes, …
Sep 14
Crop Rotation Versus Monocultures The Dangers of Monocultures, as monocultures exemplify large areas of land on which only one type of plant is grown. There are tree monocultures as well as crop monocultures. There are dangers associated with this approach to agriculture, most importantly being environmental ones. 1. A monoculture is very vulnerable. It can …
Mar 15
Learning how to grow your own food is becoming more essential for financial and climate reasons. First of all, consider the price of food that keeps on increasing it seems with each passing day. Next we have the climate change condition, which dumps heavy rainfalls producing floods, and other upcoming disasters like droughts and other …
Aug 25
Vegetable Oil as Fuel Pros and Cons of, and with the use of it to power vehicle engines gaining popularity, it is also gaining viability as the technology improves. There are both pros and cons involved in using it to power vehicle engines, however. Here are some to consider. Pros 1. Abundant – This oil …