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Domestic violence, a largely unreported crime
Staff WriterBrawley resident Luz Eva Hull can’t remember much about the first time she was abused by her former partner, but she remembers well the last time some eight years ago. “We were in a vehicle, driving from Wal-Mart headed towards Brawley,&...Tags: Human Interest, Biology, Crime, Law and Justice, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Arts and Culture
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Maybe give sanity a try
The Baltimore SunIt has been a fallow interval at the blog because of some hectic days at the paragraph factory, domestic exigencies, and the like, but I am back today to advocate, in my small way, sanity. Immediately after the late election, the outbreaks of...Tags: Politics, Elections, Religion and Belief, Science and Technology, Charles Darwin
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Tracking down the parents of sweet orange
Valencia, Spain – Detailing the ancestry of sweet orange has been a long-sought prize for citrus scientists. On Friday, the leader of a group that has been analyzing the genetic makeup of citrus said in a scientific talk that the ponkan -- a large,...
Tags: Valencia (Spain), Brazil, Science and Technology, Oranges, Genes and Chromosomes
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Staying positive when facing risks, challenges
There's been a lot of ink spilled discussing the last growing season and its associated challenges. By now there's no secret that feed costs and availability are significant challenges for the beef industry, not only in South Dakota, but across the United...Tags: Medical Specialization, Biology
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Syngenta introduces 70 corn hybrids for 2013 planting season
Minnetonka, Minn. - Syngenta, one of the world's leading agricultural seed and crop protection providers, has introduced a diverse line-up of 70 new corn hybrids for the 2013 planting season. Building on an already robust portfolio of hybrids with...Tags: Science and Technology, Syngenta AG, Medical Specialization, Biology, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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S.D. looks to lure dairy farmers from Wisconsin
MILWAUKEE - Thirsty for milk, and the money that comes with it, South Dakota has ramped up efforts to recruit dairy farmers from other states and countries, including England, Ireland and The Netherlands. It was noticeable this fall at the World Dairy...Tags: Advertising, Plant Openings, Beverage Industry, Consumer Goods Industries
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Big returns: The 5% effect compounds in your bottom line
Change doesn't have to be dramatic and sweeping to make an impact. Bill Rishel, a registered Angus breeder from North Platte, Neb., says little gains in efficiency, functionality and carcass merit all add up. For easy math, he uses a 100-head example....Tags: Science and Technology, Medical Specialization, Physical Fitness and Exercise, Biology
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Ob-gynecologists back genetic blood test for at-risk women
ReutersNEW YORK (Reuters Health) - New, non-invasive tests for chromosomal disorders should be reserved for pregnant women with a higher-than-average risk of having a baby with Down syndrome, doctors said this week. The screening tests, which find small amounts...Tags: Genetic Condition, Medical Procedures and Tests, Science and Technology, Miscarriage, Obstetrics
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Researchers tracking some particularly sharp seniors
Chicago Tribune reporterBarb Shaeffer would love to meet with you this afternoon, but not until 2. The 85-year-old has a noon meeting to plan a Christmas party, and there's no telling how long that might take. Shaeffer knows the holiday is four months away, but if you don't...Tags: Northwestern University, Science and Technology, Biology, Brain, Crosswords
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Identifying the highest value cattle in your herd
For beef producers, knowledge that advances the genetics of the herd is valuable. But what's it worth? A recent study co-sponsored by Certified Angus Beef (CAB), Angus Genetics Inc.¨ (AGI) and Pfizer Animal Health evaluated an independent set of carcass...Tags: Medical Procedures and Tests, Science and Technology, GeneMax Corporation, Medical Research, Medical Specialization
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More expensive than buying hay
Some costs of the drought are easy to calculate. Like the extra hay or supplement you have to buy this year at higher prices. It's those longer-term costs that get a little hard to figure when trying to assign exact values. I rode shotgun through a...Tags: Droughts, Science and Technology, Medical Specialization, Natural Disasters, Biology
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The Prime directive
Breeding for high quality and retaining heifers over generations, Mike Kasten sees results. The Millersville, Mo., rancher has used artificial insemination (AI) for decades, finishing the progeny and collecting data. Detailed records prove the herd does...Tags: Medical Specialization, Biology
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