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The article offers information about a study conducted by Laura Boeschoten and her team, which used inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) to analyze the multi-elemental composition of timber in an effort to combat illegal timber trade. It study various Azobé trees in Cameroon and used random forest analysis to determine the origin of the timber based on its chemical fingerprint. The technique has potential to provide a reliable method for tracing the origin of timber.

The article informs about application of organics increases soil water, resulting in greater drought tolerance for non-irrigated crops and less frequent irrigation for irrigated crops. Topics include altering the management of organic and water residuals to make optimal use of our water resources; and focuses on how residuals can provide a critical tool to lessen the impact of normal precipitation.