Bad news air

Article Abstract:

The regular and far-reaching grassfires of Western Australia produce pollutants in certain regions which rival some of the global pollution hotspots. Fires may travel up to 100km in this remote area, and plumes of smoke have even been detected by NASA satellites.

Australia, Air pollution, Western Australia, Grassland fires

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Tree whiz

Article Abstract:

The world's tallest hardwood tree, a mountain ash named Icarus Dream, was found in the Styx valley of Tasmania. The 97-meter eucalypt now holds multiple records, as the world's tallest flowering plant and the tallest tree in the Southern Hemisphere.

Tasmania, Discovery and exploration, Deciduous trees

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A food awakening

Article Abstract:

Issues are presented concerning the benefits which transgenic crops could bring to the food production needs of the world in the 21st Century. The rising world population and need to increase food production are discussed.

Management, Food and nutrition, Genetically modified plants, Population, Agricultural resources

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