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“In arid areas, sometimes irrigation is a great way to cool soils and plants. In this case, afternoon irrigation can be used ...
How different plants manage water stress may reshape climate models. Scientists now say soil drying isn’t one-size-fits-all.
Learn how to create a simple self-watering system for your houseplants with old t-shirts. This easy DIY will ensure your plants stay hydrated while you're away.
For the study, the researchers focused on modeling soil moisture and vegetation water-use based on satellite data. This study builds on past research that involved modeling plant behavior, ...
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection was advising East Brady Borough Water System customers not to drink or boil tap water after "unusual water sample results" were reported at ...
While most people use sprinklers, hoses, or drip irrigation to water their plants, switching to an olla pot watering system can make watering even easier, save money, and reduce water waste.
If you have a garden that needs water and a pond that has water, it's natural to think of putting the two together. Pumping ...
A pilot program to use artificial intelligence to improve Nashville's water management system with an early warning system ...
In the days since Richmond’s public drinking water utility collapsed, two documents have emerged that appear to indicate infrastructure problems at the water treatment plant were well-known.
IIT Bombay, alongside IITM Pune, has developed a smart irrigation model that reduces water usage by up to 30%. The system utilizes weather forecasts and soil moisture data, predicting irrigation needs ...
Plants produce an astonishing variety of chemical substances. Most of these metabolites are involved in chemical communication and serve to defend against pests, protect against pathogens, and ...
Monty Don of BBC Gardeners’ World has previously recommended using “grey water” – used water from your bath, sink, or shower – for plants you’re not going to consume.