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How do Trees Survive Winter?

How do Trees Survive Winter?

We’re often fascinated by statements such as, “Cucumbers are 95% water,” or “Bell peppers are 92% water.” Such statements almost seem impossible! Well, did you know trees are roughly 50% water? So what about winter? If the temperature drops low enough, the water in even the most cold-hardy tree will freeze. So, how do trees survive in temperatures way below freezing, such as -50° in Alaska? Roots have underground protection, but what about tree parts above ground?

Pilgrim’s parent company fined over $250 million in bribery scandal

Pilgrim’s parent company fined over $250 million in bribery scandal

Pilgrim’s parent company JBS is facing hefty fines after pleading guilty to multiple counts of bribery. According to documents from the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Wesley and Joesley Batista, owners of JBS, have partaken in a bribery scheme over the course of years, allowing the brothers to take control of Pilgrim’s and funnel funds out of the business’s accounts.

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