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Wood Pallet Sterilization a Requirement for International Shipments

Posted on October 29, 2019October 21, 2019 by MadgeTech Marketing

Wooden pallets are commonly used to ship products, providing an easy solution for loading and unloading shipments both domestically and internationally. However, when it comes to international shipments, wooden pallets must be sterilization to prevent the spread of wood-borne insects and diseases. This requirement is strictly enforced by the International Standards for Phytosanitary (ISPM 15), originated by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).

Data Collection: A Growing Trend in Hydroponics

Posted on October 22, 2019October 18, 2019 by Corey Bergeron

Hydroponic farming has certain inherent advantages. Plants grown hydroponically will mature on average 25% faster and deliver up to 30% greater yield than plants grown in soil. Creating the conditions necessary for such an increase in plant efficiency requires very close monitoring of the growing environment.

C02 Levels and Productivity

Posted on October 8, 2019October 9, 2019 by Meredith

Carbon dioxide levels today are higher than ever, reaching a new record high in 2018, according to the State of the Climate in 2018 report. It should be no surprise that as a result we are breathing in more CO₂, which could cause a number of damaging health effects or even death.