In today’s news, Japan funds peace efforts in South Sudan. International report warns Himalayan glaciers melting faster than usual since 2000, artificial intelligence technology strengthens beach rescue efforts in Dubai and United Arab Emirates, Poland unveils bear-people protection plan to enhance safety of humans and wildlife, US college students design wheelchair to help paralyzed peer enjoy nature, Singaporean mother creates healthy vegan instant noodles, and proceeds from new children’s book support fox-people sanctuary in Florida, USA.
Just came back from a quick check of the crops and they’re looking good. How about yours? I have a tip for you on how to grow better corn. Each corn stalk pollinates the corn surrounding it; so avoid growing them in a single, long row, since wind can blow the pollen out of the row resulting in kernels not forming on some areas of the ears. Instead, plant your corn in a clump or blocks of at least four rows. Additionally, corn must self-pollinate or pollinate from a similar type, which is why different types of corn should not be grown near each other. You may notice poorer flavor and texture if the varieties cross-pollinate. Isolation by space or time is required to avoid mingling of kernel color and other types of corn. You can grow them at a distance from each other or plant one type of corn earlier than the other so there’s a difference in pollen production time.
Cheerfulness is in your nature, and this joke of the day is a reminder. It’s called, “The Messy Room.”
A mother stood outside her son’s bedroom and called in.
“Did you clean your room yet?”
“Yes, Mom. I cleaned the floor.”
She opened the door and found toys, books, and clothes still scattered everywhere.
“This room is still a mess!”
“I know. But the floor itself is clean now... all the stuff is just on top of it.”
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