Biotechnology and Applied Biochemistry, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Lignocellulosic residues are non‐cost, non‐edible, renewable feedstocks that can be used in polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) production. PHB is a bioplastic synthetized by microorganisms, formed intracellularly under stressful growth conditions; however, its production costs are high, representing the major drawback for fossil‐based plastics ...
Clara Matte Borges Machado +8 more
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Ecosystem management and land conservation can substantially contribute to California's climate mitigation goals. [PDF]
Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A, 2017 Cameron DR +3 more
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A sustainable business ecosystem: a case study demonstrating biochar's potential
Biofuels, Bioproducts and Biorefining, EarlyView.Abstract The need for renewable, climate‐friendly resources has become urgent as legislators worldwide have sought to find ways to cut emissions while ensuring resource security for consumers. The use of biochar could help to achieve these goals. This study examines the current state of commercial biochar production and the maturity of the related ...
Juuso Kivijakola +4 more
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Participation in Conservation Programs by Targeted Farmers: Beginning, Limited-Resource, and Socially Disadvantaged Operators' Enrollment Trends [PDF]
Beginning, limited-resource, and socially disadvantaged farmers make up as much as 40 percent of all U.S. farms. Some Federal conservation programs contain provisions that encourage participation by such “targeted” farmers and the 2008 Farm Act furthered
Hand, Michael S., Nickerson, Cynthia J.
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Emerging design principles for environmental, economic, and equity successes in land conservation. [PDF]
Proc Natl Acad Sci U S ASims KRE, Alix-Garcia JM.
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Biofuels, Bioproducts and Biorefining, EarlyView.Abstract Improving fertilizer use efficiency is essential for reducing environmental pollution, sustaining agricultural production, and maximizing the economic profitability of crop production systems. This study tested the hypothesis that the formulation strategy of biochar‐based fertilizers, rather than nutrient addition alone, is associated with ...
Md. Al‐Amin +7 more
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Friends of the Land 'Join with Friends' flyer
, 1940 Promotional flyer for mid-century soil conservation, ecology and nutritional education and advocacy organization Friends of the Land, featuring an essay on the organization's history and mission by prominent Ohio agriculturalist and novelist Louis ...
Friends of the Land (1940-1959)
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Private land conservation through voluntary biodiversity conservation schemes: lessons from a payment for ecosystem services scheme in Finland. [PDF]
BioscienceBatpurev K +5 more
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Biofuels, Bioproducts and Biorefining, EarlyView.Abstract Astaxanthin is a carotenoid with strong antioxidant properties, used in research on cancer treatment, ocular injuries, and neurological disorders. When produced by the microalgae Haematococcus lacustris, its antioxidant potential is even higher than that of the synthetic molecule, making it particularly attractive for pharmaceutical and ...
Renata Kühl Rocha +5 more
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Habitat Features Influencing Waterbird Use of Managed Wetlands Enrolled in a Public-Private Partnership for Land Conservation: The California Waterfowl Habitat Program. [PDF]
Ecol EvolHartman CA +4 more
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