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Spectrum Brands Holdings Announces Extension of Black & Decker Trademark License Agreement Through 2015 Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 3:05PMMADISON, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SPB), a global consumer products company with market-leading brands, announced today that its Russell Hobbs division has extended its trademark license agreement for the Black & Decker brand through December 31, 2015 with Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (NYSE: SWK). Russell Hobbs licenses the Black & Decker brand in North America ...
Respect the Rotation: Glyphosate-Resistant Weeds One Year Later Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 12:28PMGrowers, consultants, weed scientists, researchers and government agency officials who participated in the July 2010 launch of the Respect the Rotationâ¢ initiative have taken measureable steps toward progress in the fight against the proliferation of glyphosate-resistant weeds.
Mosquito Season Arrives Early in the U.S., Yet Almost 80 Percent of Americans Rarely Protect Themselves with Repellent Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 11:56AMAn unseasonably wet spring has resulted in a heavier mosquito season ...
The Real Truth About Bed Bugs Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 8:00AMBed bugs are back. Since 2000, bed bug infestations have risen 81 percent, according to The National Pest Management Association. This resurgence has consumers nationwide on high alert, seeking information on the pests and how they can protect themselves. Â
Interesting insect, potential problem Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 3:31AMA new pest has shown up in the Western Hemisphere, one with an interesting name and appetite: the kudzu bug.
Pesticide rules tightened following Layton deaths Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 5:28PMThe state agency regulating pesticides and commercial applicators has tightened rules and increased accountability over violators in the wake of last year's death of two girls exposed to rodent poison.
Spectrum Brands Holdings Announces Pricing of Public Offering of Common Stock Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 3:12AMSpectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:SPB) (the "Company), a global consumer products company with market-leading brands, today announced that it has ...
SC Johnson to Exhibit Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation Collection Centered Around Families and the Home Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 6:00AMToday SC Johnson and the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation announce a long-term loan agreement for the company to display a collection of artifacts highlighting Frank Lloyd Wright's influence on families and the home. Â The agreement marks a new chapter in the Johnson family's long history with the visionary architect.
Put a Smart Twist on Cleaning Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 12:26PMLaunching today, the SC Johnson All-In-One Cleaning System allows users to clean more efficiently and effectively by choosing three of their five favorite trusted cleaners to dock in one simple, lightweight sprayer.
Xolair Reduces Seasonal Asthma Attacks for Inner City Kids: Study Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 4:35PMWEDNESDAY, March 16 (HealthDay News) -- The injectable medication Xolair reduced asthma symptoms in inner city children with the respiratory condition, and almost eliminated seasonal peaks in asthma attacks, new research shows.
Bayer CropScience Encourages Flood Relief Donations by Engaging Ag-Community Through Twitter Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 3:37PMCompany to Make Donation for Each #BCSFloodRelief Tweet
How a Swiss scientist saved 20 million people Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 2:48AMInsect expert Hans Rudolf Herren’s work in tackling the devastating cassava mealybug crop pest in Africa saved millions of lives and won him the 1995 World Food Prize.
Hungry mice turn to cannibalism Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 8:07PMA NEW phase of the mouse plague has begun, as millions of rodents take shelter in homes and turn to cannibalism in an effort to survive the winter.
City closes Northwest Side bakery due to pest problems Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 4:50PMThe Dumpster Task Force today closed a Northwest Side bakery that specializes in European style breads because of ongoing pest problems.
Bugs raising less of a stink this year Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 8:02AMThe verdict still is out on the impact brown marmorated stink bugs are having, or will have, on farmers and homeowners this year.
Kenya: GM Food Might Ease Hunger Problem, But is It Ultimate Solution to Shortages? Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 6:15AMEscalating food prices and the accompanying scarcity has resurrected debate on whether Kenya should adopt the genetically modified organisms (GMO) technology.
11 hidden household dangers Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 1:14PMBy Kate Carter, DivineCaroline You may have detected subtle hints that something might by awry: A persistent cough that seems related to the musty smell in your basement, the dastardly scent lingering on your hands after using the kitchen sponge, mysterious-looking paint flakes exposed deep beneath the top layer. The good news about potential health hazards around the house is that they are easy ...
Hometownstations.com-WLIO- Lima, OH News Weather SportsJamaica bans sale of citrus plants to control pest Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 1:07PMKINGSTON, Jamaica (AP) - Jamaica has shuttered all citrus nurseries across the tropical country to try and check an invasive pest that carries a fast-spreading bacteria capable of devastating its $43 million commercial industry, officials said Tuesday.
3 ways you're attracting bugs to your garden Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 11:13AMThe Japanese-beetle invasion is about to begin. Soon they'll be feeding and fornicating all over your yard, munching leaves into Swiss cheese and calling all of their pesky friends by leaving a scent trail, alerting others to the best eatin' on the block.
Job Openings in Sacramento (weekly update) Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 9:16AMSacramento job openings for the week of July 3 through July 10, 2011.
Local Job Openings (weekly update) Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 9:15AMLocal area job openings for the week of July 3 through July 10, 2011.
Omar Asali Appointed as Director of Spectrum Brands Holdings Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 8:11AMMADISON, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SPB), a global consumer products company with market-leading brands, announced today that Omar Asali has been appointed as a director and member of the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee by the Board of Directors of the Company. Mr. Asali replaces Robin Roger, who resigned as a director and member of the Nominating ...
Pacete: Moral of the Coke Story Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 10:22PMread more
Jamaica bans sale of citrus plants to control pest Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 7:38PMJamaica has shuttered all citrus nurseries across the tropical country to try and check an invasive pest that carries a fast-spreading bacteria capable of devastating its $43 million commercial industry, officials said Tuesday.
Past 30 Years Warmer on Average in U.S. Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 4:07PMThe new averages will soon be incorporated into an updated climate zone map of the United States for distribution on the back of seed packets.
With tougher standards, Whole Foods aims to be 'leader in animal welfare' Saturday, July 2, 2011 @ 6:36PMWith tougher standards, Whole Foods aims to be 'leader in animal welfare'
SC Johnson Introduces Windex® Mini, Hopes to Revolutionize Use of Cleaning Concentrates Friday, July 1, 2011 @ 5:00AMWith today's launch of WindexÂ® Mini, a concentrated refill pouch that uses 90 percent less plastic packaging than a traditional 26 fluid ounce trigger bottle, global environmental leader SC Johnson is taking another bold step to help consumers make greener choices.
Ag research preserved in state budget Thursday, June 30, 2011 @ 8:51PMFor the ninth straight year, Clemson University's agriculture researchers avoided the loss of their annual state funding as legislators overrode a veto from the sitting governor.
Climbing into your gardens and eatin’ up your plants Thursday, June 30, 2011 @ 8:41PMCreepy crawlers making a debut in a garden near you
Lowcountry Small Business Hub selects first clients Thursday, June 30, 2011 @ 6:33PMRick Rantilla is convinced his invention can succeed.He's less certain how to market it.Tha
BILL TYSON: Chinch bugs can devastate lawns, especially St. Augustine grass Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 7:46AMChinch bugs are a major pest of St. Augustine lawns but also have been found in Zoysia, Bermuda and Centipede grasses. Their damage will actually result in death to the turf if left untreated. The adult chinch bug is about one-fifth of an inch long and black with white wings folded over its back. Chinch bugs can fly, so it is difficult to keep them out of your yard if they are emerging from an ...
Over the Coles: Warmer weather means gardens, crops and unwanted insects Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 7:11AMThe warm summer months provide us opportunities for crop production and gardening in central Illinois, but sometimes these warmer months of the year also bring unwanted insects to our home or backyard
Famine threatens to return to North Korea Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 7:03AMAs political tension increases between North and South Korea, the head of a Swiss aid agency in Pyongyang says the number of people suffering from hunger is growing.
SC Johnson Exceeds Climate Leaders Greenhouse Gas Reduction Goals Tuesday, June 28, 2011 @ 10:03AMSC Johnson announced today that it achieved its greenhouse gas reduction goal set through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Climate Leaders program. The company achieved a 27.4 percent absolute reduction, exceeding its goal to reduce total GHG emissions by eight percent from 2005.
Amgen files sBLA for XGEVA with FDA to treat castrate-resistant prostate cancer Tuesday, June 28, 2011 @ 1:35AMAmgen today announced the submission of a supplemental Biologics License Application (sBLA) to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to expand the indication for XGEVA (denosumab) to treat men with castrate-resistant prostate cancer to reduce the risk of developing bone metastases.
14 tips to control ants Sunday, June 26, 2011 @ 4:18PMThere are safe household items already in our homes that can be used for getting rid of ants. Here are 14 do-it-yourself tips for getting rid of, or preventing, an ant invasion.
Technology 'key to ImprovIng yIeld and returns' Sunday, June 26, 2011 @ 12:26PMIt is essential for the government and cassava growers to develop technology and irrigation systems if they are to increase returns, yields and root quality, the Thai Tapioca Development Institute (TTDI) says.
Montana trapper brings experience to his work Saturday, June 25, 2011 @ 1:54PMKALISPELL, Mont. (AP) — If there were a doctoral degree for the art of animal damage control, Dave Wallace would hold one. The Kila area trapper knows all critters well, and Wallace Wildlife Servi...
Taranaki firm has roadkill-to-riches tale Friday, June 24, 2011 @ 12:17PMPossum control costs the taxpayer millions of dollars every year, but for Inglewood man Stu Bracegirdle dead possums represent money in the bank.
Is Your House Giving You Asthma? Friday, June 24, 2011 @ 6:44AMMore than 17 million American adults and 7.5 million children currently have asthma, and the rates are rising. If you suffer, here's how to make sure your own home isn't to blame.
Little League 6/24/2011 Friday, June 24, 2011 @ 6:24AMYouth SportsCARBINO CLUB LITTLE LEAGUE N & N Drilling 6Pietro's 5WP: Austin Mackey. 2B: Gavin Mullarkey (P), Frank Ross (P), Logan Munley (N). Notes: Ross, 4 hits; Mullarkey, Munley, 2 hits.DISTRICT 32 JUNIOR TEENER LEAGUE Weston Park 13Old Forg
Why the environment still matters in these dire times Thursday, June 23, 2011 @ 10:22AMPublished: Thursday, June 23, 2011 at 10:56 a.m. Last Modified: Thursday, June 23, 2011 at 10:56 a.m. Let's face it, the news is grim these days. The state budget is being cut deeper than ever before, and deep federal cuts are on the horizon as well.
Research and Markets: Parasitoid Viruses: Symbionts and Pathogens Thursday, June 23, 2011 @ 8:57AMResearch and Markets has announced the addition of Elsevier Science and Technology's new report "Parasitoid Viruses. Symbionts and Pathogens" to their offering.
‘Govt should dispel farmers’ doubts on organic farming’ Thursday, June 23, 2011 @ 8:49AMThere is great potential in the field of organic farming in Bihar as food products grown through conventional farming methods are less tasteful and unhealthy, said Dr Carol Shennan, professor of environmental studies, University of California.
How to protect plants from garden pests Wednesday, June 22, 2011 @ 3:31PMWhen it comes to pest control in the landscape and garden, it’s essential to check your plants out on a regular basis.Thanks to the sharp eyes of our summer assistant, we averted a major problem with one of the new varieties of ornamental popcorn and plants in the new ornamental grass display at the Gateway Learning Gardens in Springfield.
Kenya: Pesticide Devastating Kenya's Wildlife Wednesday, June 22, 2011 @ 2:39AMAccording to the law, it is a serious offence to misuse or abuse pesticides, and the Pest Control Products Board is meant to regulate the safe use of pesticides for food production.Through my organisation, WildlifeDirect, I have been calling for a total ban on the deadly carbofuran pesticide locally known by its trade name Furadan in Kenya because it is devastating wildlife.
Restaurants, recyclers become partners at the plate Tuesday, June 21, 2011 @ 8:39PMBesides recycling, more Kansas City eateries are composting food waste, using environmentally friendly supplies and featuring local food. That such strategies also pay off with increasingly eco-conscious diners means they’re here to stay.
Timber Lake Playhouse in Mt. Carroll is Celebrating a Milestone This Summer…Our 50th Season! Tuesday, June 21, 2011 @ 8:19PMI am so proud of this place and the art that takes place on TLP’s stage each summer.
New Portable Electric Paddock from Woodstream Easy to Use Tuesday, June 21, 2011 @ 7:17PMLITITZ, Pa., June 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Woodstream Corporation, a global manufacturer of animal control products including FiShock and Zareba brand of electronic containment systems that provide safe, economical alternatives to barbed wire fencing, has introduced the FiShock Portable Paddock for horses. Designed to contain four to five horses for a short period of time, the portable paddock ...
Understanding the Unintended Effects of Genetic Manipulation Sunday, June 19, 2011 @ 8:40PMThis article provides background and explanatory information for The Nature Institute's project "Unintended Effects of Genetic Manipulation." To visit the main website page concerning this project, click here .