Soil contamination

Pandemic Gardening Boom Boosted 2020 Home & Garden Pesticide Sales

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Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Biocides, Soil contamination, Pesticides, Lawn care, Pesticide, Biology, Environmental science, Physical sciences, Herbicide, Gardening, Insecticide, Miracle-Gro

CLEVELAND, Jan. 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- A new Freedonia Group analysis of the $2.4 billion US home and garden pesticide market finds that surging gardening activity during the Covid-19 pandemic boosted 2020 demand for garden herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, and other pesticides:

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  • CLEVELAND, Jan. 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- A new Freedonia Group analysis of the $2.4 billion US home and garden pesticide market finds that surging gardening activity during the Covid-19 pandemic boosted 2020 demand for garden herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, and other pesticides:
    During the initial phases of lockdown, gardening activity boomed nationwide, but as many garden supply retailers reported record sales, they also found themselves sold out of products like seeds.
  • Home and garden pesticide suppliers like Scotts Miracle-Gro reported healthy year-over-year growth in their consumer segments for the second and third quarters of 2020.
  • Strong sales were also reported by many industry participants through the summer and fall.
  • Home & Garden Pesticides and spin-off study Home & Garden Insecticides are now available from the Freedonia Group.

Discounted Radon System Installation From 5280 Radon Mitigation For Radon Action Month in Colorado

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Friday, January 1, 2021
Physical sciences, Chemistry, Natural sciences, Soil contamination, Radon, Carcinogens, Health effects of radon, International Radon Project

If a home is found to have radon levels above the EPA guidelines, 5280 Radon Mitigation guarantees to bring the radon levels below the threshold with Radon Mitigation Services.

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  • If a home is found to have radon levels above the EPA guidelines, 5280 Radon Mitigation guarantees to bring the radon levels below the threshold with Radon Mitigation Services.
  • The company offers free no-pressure estimates for homes and businesses and a 7-year system warranty for all radon mitigation systems installed.
  • Additionally, customers receive a free radon test kit to assess the performance of their new radon mitigation system post-installation.
  • 5280 Radon Mitigation serves homeowners and businesses throughout the front range of Colorado, from Colorado Springs to Ft. Collins.

Global $12.1 Bn Linear Alkyl Benzene (LAB) Market Trajectory & Analytics to 2027 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, December 23, 2020
Chemicals, Plastics, Manufacturing, Chemical compounds, Chemical substances, Aromatic compounds, Annulenes, Benzene, Soil contamination, Teratogens

The "Linear Alkyl Benzene (LAB) - Global Market Trajectory & Analytics" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Linear Alkyl Benzene (LAB) - Global Market Trajectory & Analytics" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Amid the COVID-19 crisis, the global market for Linear Alkyl Benzene (LAB) estimated at US$8.8 Billion in the year 2020, is projected to reach a revised size of US$12.1 Billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 4.6% over the period 2020-2027.
  • This segment currently accounts for a 4.1% share of the global Linear Alkyl Benzene (LAB) market.
  • China, the world second largest economy, is forecast to reach an estimated market size of US$2.2 Billion in the year 2027 trailing a CAGR of 7.7% through 2027.

Ecosense Launches EcoQube - Cutting Edge, Fast, Accurate, Connected Intelligent Radon Detector

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Monday, December 21, 2020
Physical sciences, Chemistry, Articles, Soil contamination, Carcinogens, Radon, Internet of things, Sensor

SAN JOSE, Calif., Dec. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Ecosense, an innovator in radon gas monitoring, today announced the launch of EcoQube, an intelligent and highly accurate radon monitoring solution.

Key Points: 
  • SAN JOSE, Calif., Dec. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Ecosense, an innovator in radon gas monitoring, today announced the launch of EcoQube, an intelligent and highly accurate radon monitoring solution.
  • EcoQube utilizes Ecosense's patented ion chamber radon detection technology, which provides radon measurement sensitivity that is 15 times better in performance than the industry standard required for continuous radon monitors.
  • EcoQube is Wi-Fi connected, enabling advanced IoT communications which delivers the most accurate, real-time, and affordable home radon monitoring solution on the market.
  • Our new EcoQube solution is the next step in our progression toward this goal," said Ecosense Chief Executive Officer Insoo Park.

DGDM Announces EPA Certification of MiteXstream, Proven Disruptive Biopesticide

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Monday, December 21, 2020
Trombidiformes, Biocides, Pesticide, Soil contamination, Mite, Spider mite, Biopesticide, Biology, Pest, Nature, Life sciences

Flower Mound, Texas--(Newsfile Corp. - December 21, 2020) - Digital Development Partners, Inc. (OTC Pink: DGDM) ("DGDM" or the "Company"), doing business as Black Bird Potentials Inc., the exclusive distributor of MiteXstream biopesticide and manufacturer of Grizzly Creek Naturals CBD products ( GrizzlyCreekNaturals.com ), announced the much-anticipated final EPA certification of MiteXstream (EPA Reg.

Key Points: 
  • Flower Mound, Texas--(Newsfile Corp. - December 21, 2020) - Digital Development Partners, Inc. (OTC Pink: DGDM) ("DGDM" or the "Company"), doing business as Black Bird Potentials Inc., the exclusive distributor of MiteXstream biopesticide and manufacturer of Grizzly Creek Naturals CBD products ( GrizzlyCreekNaturals.com ), announced the much-anticipated final EPA certification of MiteXstream (EPA Reg.
  • Number: 95366-1), a biopesticide that eradicates mites and similar pests, including spider mites, a destructive pest on cannabis, as well as molds and mildews that often negatively impact indoor cannabis grows.
  • More information about MiteXstream, including a short video showing MiteXstream at work on spider mites, is available at: https://blackbirdpotentials.com/mitexstream/
    The Foundation.
  • "By achieving EPA certification, we are now free to disrupt pesticide market segments with MiteXstream, the foundational element of our company," said Fabian Deneault, President of DGDM and developer of MiteXstream.

€6 million in illegal profit of fraudulent organic pistachio sales

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Saturday, December 19, 2020
Product certification, Chemistry, Plants, Physical sciences, Soil contamination, Herbicides, Biocides, Ecolabelling, Organic certification, Organic food, Pesticide, Glyphosate

The Spanish Civil Guard detected a mix of organic and non-organic pistachio nuts that contained pesticides (including glyphosate and chlorate), illegal under requisites imposed by the Spanish agricultural sector.

Key Points: 
  • The Spanish Civil Guard detected a mix of organic and non-organic pistachio nuts that contained pesticides (including glyphosate and chlorate), illegal under requisites imposed by the Spanish agricultural sector.
  • The investigation uncovered that the illegal pesticides were being used to better the quality and quantity of the harvests and increase the monetary value of the production.
  • Marketed as organic the nuts were sold for up to 80% over the retail price of non-organic pistachios.
  • The nuts from the main Spanish distributor were also being sold in France under false organic certifications.

Global Green and Bio-Solvents Market Report 2020: Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2014-2025 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Chemicals, Plastics, Agriculture, Natural Resources, Manufacturing, Soil contamination, Solutions, Solvent, Compound annual growth rate

The "Green and Bio-Solvents Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2020-2025" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Green and Bio-Solvents Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2020-2025" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The global green and bio-solvents market grew at a CAGR of around 8% during 2014-2019.
  • Looking forward, the global green and bio-solvents market to continue its moderate growth during the next five years.
  • What is the structure of the global green and bio-solvents market and who are the key players?

AgPlenus Announces Reaching a 'Lead' Stage in its Novel Mode-of-Action Herbicide Program

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Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Pesticides, Biocides, Herbicide, Lawn care, Soil contamination, Toxicology, Pesticide resistance, Environmental science, Medical specialties, Occupational safety and health

Herbicide resistance has become a critical issue for growers, reducing crop yields and requiring higher herbicide application rates.

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  • Herbicide resistance has become a critical issue for growers, reducing crop yields and requiring higher herbicide application rates.
  • AgPlenus' herbicide program focuses on the discovery and targeting of new MoAs to overcome herbicide resistance issues.
  • Herbicide candidate APH1 is the first chemical compound addressing a novel MoA from this program to reach the 'Lead' stage.
  • After years of computational and in-planta work, AgPlenus has achieved an important milestone that we will leverage to advance our herbicide program.

DGAP-News: MustGrow Biologics Investor Webcast Wednesday December 9th at 11:00am ET

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Monday, December 7, 2020
Life sciences, Biocides, Soil contamination, Articles, Nature, Lawn care, Pesticides, Pesticide, Biotechnology, Herbicide, Biopharmaceutical

SASKATOON, Saskatchewan, Canada, Dec. 7, 2020 - MustGrow Biologics Corp. (CSE: MGRO) (OTC: MGROF) (FRA: 0C0) (the "Company", "MustGrow"), an agriculture biotech company focused on providing natural biological crop protection for high value crops, announces the following live webcast for its investment community.

Key Points: 
  • SASKATOON, Saskatchewan, Canada, Dec. 7, 2020 - MustGrow Biologics Corp. (CSE: MGRO) (OTC: MGROF) (FRA: 0C0) (the "Company", "MustGrow"), an agriculture biotech company focused on providing natural biological crop protection for high value crops, announces the following live webcast for its investment community.
  • A Rare Alignment of Consumer, Regulatory & Industry Interests
    The agricultural industry and investment capital flow is transitioning towards sustainable, natural, biological, and environmentally friendly farming practices.
  • With an evolving regulatory backdrop seemingly tailor-made to develop organic bio-pesticides and bio-herbicides, MustGrow is poised to capitalize in 2021 and beyond.
  • The interest in bio-pesticides is increasing as farmers, consumers and investors seek 'natural biological' alternatives to synthetic chemical pesticides.

Agricultural Sprayers Market worth $3.1 billion by 2025 - Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™

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Thursday, December 3, 2020
Sprayer, Biocides, Soil contamination, Articles, Pesticides, Agriculture, Agricultural machinery, Science and technology, Herbicide, Spray, Pesticide, Pesticide application

CHICAGO, Dec. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- According to the new market research report " Agricultural Sprayers Market by Type (Self-propelled, Tractor-mounted, Trailed, Handheld, Aerial), Capacity, Farm Size, Crop Type, Power Source (Fuel-based, Electric & Battery-driven, Manual, Solar), and Region - Global Forecast to 2025", published by MarketsandMarkets, the global Agricultural Sprayers Market size is estimated to be valued at USD 2.2 billion in 2020.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Dec. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- According to the new market research report " Agricultural Sprayers Market by Type (Self-propelled, Tractor-mounted, Trailed, Handheld, Aerial), Capacity, Farm Size, Crop Type, Power Source (Fuel-based, Electric & Battery-driven, Manual, Solar), and Region - Global Forecast to 2025", published by MarketsandMarkets, the global Agricultural Sprayers Market size is estimated to be valued at USD 2.2 billion in 2020.
  • Thus, the market for agricultural sprayers is growing due to extensive changes in farming and spraying technologies.
  • In mid-size farms, sprayers such as small self-propelled sprayers, tractor-mounted sprayers, and trailed sprayers are used to apply fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides to the crops.
  • Thus, the increasing agricultural practices, use of advanced technological farm equipment, and requirement of high-quality agricultural produce are expected to drive the agricultural sprayers market in this region.