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Cotton growth and innovation

:: Wednesday, May 13, 2026 :: Posted By Punit Antal
Cotton growth and innovation
Humans have been cultivating cotton for millennia. In fact, evidence points to independent development of cotton crops in South America, Northern Africa, and the Indian subcontinent. But what makes a healthy cotton crop?
 

Tackling boron deficiency in bananas

:: Friday, January 9, 2026 :: Posted By Punit Antal
Tackling boron deficiency in bananas
Bananas’ rapid growth rate makes them heavy feeders. Along with macronutrients, such as potassium and nitrogen, reaching proper levels of the micronutrient boron can ensure larger, better-quality bunches.

U.S. Borax, part of Rio Tinto, is a global leader in the supply and science of borates—naturally-occurring minerals containing boron and other elements. We are 1,000 people serving our customers with more than 1,200 delivery locations globally. We supply around 30% of the world’s need for refined borates from our world-class mine in Boron, California, about 100 miles northeast of Los Angeles.

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