Did you know that certified organic hydroponic gardens are possible? Hydroponic growing systems use a soilless growing media and provide all of the plant’s nutrition in the plant’s water. To be certified organic, a garden must meet very strict guidelines set forth by the National Organic Program. The guidelines are aimed at growing produce with minimal impact on the environment. Hydroponic systems do not use manure, and they can reduce pest problems by growing crops indoors and avoiding infested garden soils. So if you’re looking to grow your produce organically and hydroponically, certified organic hydroponic gardens are the way to go! Read full article here
Oddities
Why Do Modern Pop Songs Have So Many Credited Writers?
The music industry has changed dramatically over the last few decades – with the number of songwriters credited on number one hits more than doubling. This is due to a combination of factors, including money, the computer and a changing definition of what songwriting is. For example, if The Beatles’ classic “I Feel Fine” was released today, it would likely have four writers credited instead of two, due to the influence of producers, samples and interpolations. With the rise of lawsuits, artists now preemptively add songwriter credits to their songs, even if the similarities between their song and the source material are coincidental. It all goes to show that the music industry is becoming more complex and competitive. Read full article here