16 | May 31 mai 2013 | Citoyen Borden Citizen Water shortage is the focus for biotechnology research (NC)—Ask any farmer what his biggest challenge is and chances are he'll tell you it's the weather. Not much you can do about weather, right? Well, maybe not. Researchers are currently looking at ways to tackle at least one weatherrelated obstacle that can pose a huge threat to crops – drought. Chay Realty Inc., Brokerage Independently Owned & Operated Borden/Angus, 2 Summerset Place, Angus NEW LISTING AFFORDABLE!! Viceroy bungalow in area of fine estate homes on 1.97 acres. 3+1 bedrooms. Huge country kitchen. Open concept living room with pine cathedral ceilings. Fully finished bsmt with 4th bdrm, rec room, woodstove. New backup generator. Oversize double garage, fully heated. Minutes to Borden, Angus, Alliston & Barrie. $339,900. Call for details. Through modern plant breeding, researchers are looking at the following options for helping farmers succeed even when there is a lack of moisture: • Shorter lifecycle plants – by increasing how quickly crops can be harvested, these quickly growing plants will avoid end-ofseason drought; NEW PRICE $374,900 Stunning 4 bdrm home in sought after subdivision. Hardwood floors throughout. Enormous kitchen with beautiful cabinets, walk in pantry. Main floor fam rm, gas f/p. Mstr with ensuite, soaker tub, sep. shower, walk in closet. Unspoiled walkout bsmt with cantina. Triple garage, inside entry to m/f laundry. Close to CFB Borden. Available immediately. www.homeswithsandie.com First Contact Realty, Brokerage INDEPENDENtLy OWNED AND OPERAtED “Professional Service with a Personal Touch” robin@royallepage.ca www.robinb.ca • Plants able to adapt to water shortages – researchers have identified the genes in canola and corn that are responsible for activating a natural defense mechanism against drought. Breeding plants to be better able to endure dry periods will help reduce droughtinduced losses. www.newscanada.com Sandie Collins Sales Representative Direct: 705-715-3191 www.homeswithsandie.com for more pictures and virtual tours MOTIVATED SELLERS 5 bedroom home on in town lot. Spacious living/dining room with woodstove. Renovated kitchen. Spacious bedrooms. Close to all amenities. Priced to sell. $229,900. Call for details. $287,500 Lovingly maintained family home in mature area. 3+1 bdrm bungalow. New windows, roof, furnace, A/C, garage doors. Featuring spacious living/dining rm with bamboo flooring throughout, remodelled main bath. Spacious master. Fully finished bsmt with wood burning f/p, family rm, bar area. Won’t last long. Call Sandie for details. www.homeswithsandie.com La gestion des pénuries d'eau, point de mire de la recherche en biotechnologie végétale (EN)—Demandez à n'importe quel agriculteur quel est son plus grand défi et il vous répondra sans aucun doute que c'est la météo. On ne peut pas faire grand- contre le mauvais temps? Eh bien, on a peut-être une solution. Les chercheurs sont en train d'examiner les façons par lesquelles on pourrait s'attaquer à au moins un obstacle météorologique, lequel fait peser une grande menace sur les cultures : la sécheresse. Par l'entremise des techniques modernes de sélection des végétaux, les chercheurs scrutent les options suivantes afin d'aider les agriculteurs à réussir même là où il y a un Re/Max Chay Realty Inc., Brokerage 2 Summerset Place, Angus Robin Bruyns Sales Representative 705-725-6334 <strong>SOLD</strong> 2011 2012 HUGH HARDY Broker “20+ YEARS EXPERIENCE HELPING OVER 1,200 FAMILIES GET MOVING!” realtyguy.com 705-424-7200 / 705-737-7008 Direct, Toll Free 1-800-383-3980 hugh@realtyguy.com REALTOR manque d'humidité : • Plantes à cycle de vie plus court – en accélérant la croissance des cultures, ce qui les amène plus rapidement à la récolte, on pourra ainsi faire en sorte qu'elles évitent le temps sec de fin de saison. • Plantes capables de s'adapter aux pénuries d'eau – les chercheurs ont cerné les gènes du canola et du maïs responsables de l'activation d'un mécanisme naturel de défense contre la sécheresse. La sélection de plantes qui pourront mieux endurer les périodes de temps sec aidera à réduire les pertes causées par la sécheresse. www.leditionnouvelles.com 100% CANADIAN Angus: 705-424-4188 Base Borden: 705-424-7055 Barrie: 705-728-4067 www.rlpfirstcontact.com 223 Mill Street, Unit 8, Angus OFFICE HOURS: Monday to Friday: 9am to 8pm Saturday & Sunday: 10am to 3pm QUALITY & COMFORT! Devonleigh built Braemar III is only 2 years old & in move-in condition! Bright sun-filled home has much to offer! Spacious kitchen w/dining alcove overlooks generous great rm with walk out to 12x18 deck in fenced back yard. Easy care ceramic & laminate floors throughout! Hardwood stairs lead to bdrm level with convenient computer nook. Large master with walk-in closet & 3 piece ensuite. Dbl garage w/inside entry. Great Value at $292,900. MLS 1302375 Buy or Sell with Royal LePage First Contact Realty for a chance to win a trip to NEW YORK CITY! * a trip to NEW YORK CITY! * Call Your Royal LePage Sales Rep for more information! *Some restrictions apply SWEET STARTER! Or perfect for those ready to downsize. Tucked away on a peaceful family street in the quaint village of New Lowell, this home boasts laminate throughout the bright & sun filled main floor. Eat-in kitchen with walkout to deck overlooking huge bk yard! Finished lower level with office, big family room and workshop. Above grade windows make it nice & bright! Inside access fr gar to workshop & home. Low taxes! Only $219,900! MLS 1303449 CANEX Bld., Base Borden OFFICE HOURS: Monday to Friday: 9am to 5pm Saturday & Sunday: CLOSED
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