Higgenbotham's Dark Age Hovel

[aedens]

Chapter I: Stratagems for Situations of Superiority.
Good luck with your non hippy red card ending.
Rule. 11 Sacrifice the plum tree to preserve the peach.
Short cut for rule 11 sacrificing something of lesser value in order to preserve that which is essential;
or suffer some harm to obtain a greater benefit.
Wake me up at the 40 Vix window, or not.

[FullMoon]

Chapter I: Stratagems for Situations of Superiority.
Good luck with your non hippy red card ending.
Rule. 11 Sacrifice the plum tree to preserve the peach.
Short cut for rule 11 sacrificing something of lesser value in order to preserve that which is essential;
or suffer some harm to obtain a greater benefit.
Wake me up at the 40 Vix window, or not.

John did respect and for the reason of wisdom bestowed.

[aedens]

The map is clear.
https://freedomfort.us/wp-content/uploa ... 00x169.jpg
John had one bias map we all understood.
American.

Next to my desk and order one if you do not have one suggest to get one.
John J Xenakis
World View:
Iran's Struggle for Supremacy.
978-1-7327386-0-7
Technically, Generational Dynamics combines Chaos Theory with MIT's System Dynamics applied to generational flows.
Chaos theory tells you what can and cannot be predicted, and System Dynamics tells you how to predict it. As He told
the script appears correct. That would be advise on a topic rather the Secular Pagans will admonish.
I read that Book also. Bias maps they really do not want to see was the only result. And yes He was correct on that sliver
to sand.

On the Venn diagram the three carrots and one stick view is known.

Some went back to MIT and got taproot to function from a 1974 unfinished thesis will help of others that would.
It made enough to pay back what they ripped up out of the ground in that zone they made into rockets other than the
ones being negated as it is. Complicated some say but some broke even and extremely low margin received even to assist
in a few projects to assist others.

[aedens]

Farmers are not crying wolf. The wolf is real and right outside the door in the form of generational collapse.
https://www.agweb.com/markets/outraged- ... lapse-loom

“Year after year of sweeping all this s*** under the rug and pretending it’s not happening has got us to this point.
Years of barely squeaking by, surviving with a bailout and then doing it all again. That is the definition of insanity.”

You listened to useless uniparty swamp fools now comes the real wage.

Increasingly Numb said headline news.
Well that one way to look at it.
Blame the Amish. The irony of there are to many of them never left the pagans lips.

The simm soup your in cults got you playing in the Unix sandboxes as the zero zero zero rue the years.
Some MIC cult member gets screwed by another MIC cult member and there is no accountability
here in the USA and the Taxpayers always take it up the a@@ non stop.
Another operation from entanglements simply again looted stupid in design.
The Priest was straight up correct as coke/pepsi even before Paper Clip and ignored warnings from even FDR.

[Higgenbotham]

Does plastic mulching account for most of the microplastics in soil?

AI Overview

Yes, plastic mulching is a primary source of microplastics in agricultural soils. Long-term use of plastic films, which degrade into smaller particles, significantly correlates with higher microplastic concentrations, often holding the largest share of plastic contamination in farmed land compared to other sources.

Key Findings on Plastic Mulching and Soil Microplastics:

Major Source: Continuous plastic mulching is a major contributor to microplastic accumulation, especially in arable lands, because thin polyethylene (LDPE) films (< 10 µm) easily degrade and break apart over time.

High Accumulation: Studies have shown that soils with plastic mulch contain significantly higher concentrations of microplastics (e.g., >570 pieces/kg) compared to non-mulched soils (260 pieces/kg).

Long-Term Impact: Long-term plastic film mulching (LFM) not only increases surface pollution but also contributes to microplastic infiltration into deeper soil layers (up to 100 cm), making it difficult to remediate.

Contamination Rates: In some studies, mulch films were identified as responsible for 33%-56% of total microplastics in the top 100 cm of agricultural soil.

Other Contributors: While plastic mulch is a top source, microplastics in soil can also originate from sludge application (sewage biosolids), atmospheric deposition, and plastic debris.

The durability of plastic mulch varies, but it is heavily considered a leading driver of terrestrial microplastic pollution.

Can produce be labeled organic if plastic mulch is used?

AI Overview

Yes, produce can be labeled organic if plastic mulch is used, provided it meets strict USDA National Organic Program (NOP) standards. The plastic must be petroleum-based, not polyvinyl chloride (PVC), and completely removed from the field at the end of the growing season.

Key Regulations for Plastic Mulch in Organic Farming:

Removal Requirement: Plastic mulch cannot be left in the soil; it must be removed at the end of the growing season.

Prohibited Materials: PVC plastic is prohibited.

Biodegradable Mulch Films: While authorized, current "biodegradable biobased mulch films" are rarely used, as they must meet 100% biobased content requirements, which few products currently satisfy.

Certification: Use of plastics must be reviewed and approved by a USDA-accredited certifying agent.

Plastic mulch is commonly used for weed suppression, water retention, and boosting yields. While it is allowed in organic farming, the requirement for removal is strictly enforced to prevent pollution, according to information from the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service.

Can produce be labeled organic if PVC piping for drip irrigation is used?

AI Overview

Yes, produce can be labeled organic if PVC (polyvinyl chloride) piping is used for drip irrigation, as USDA organic regulations do not prohibit the use of PVC pipes for water delivery in agricultural irrigation systems.

While the National Organic Program (NOP) standards restrict synthetic materials, they allow for certain plastics in infrastructure, provided they do not directly contaminate crops with prohibited substances.

Key Considerations for Organic Certification and PVC:

Allowed Material: PVC pipes are generally allowed in organic production and are commonly used in agriculture for irrigation.

Contamination Prevention: While the pipe itself is allowed, the system must not introduce harmful contaminants into the soil or crop. Some organic growers prefer food-grade PVC (often referred to as uPVC or rigid PVC) to avoid potential leaching of additives, though this is not always strictly mandated by the NOP.

Glue and Sealants: Care should be taken with PVC primer and solvent cement, as these synthetic chemicals should not come into direct contact with the soil, water source, or crops. It is recommended to apply glue sparingly.

Accumulation Risks: PVC should be protected from direct, intense sunlight to prevent degradation, which can lead to increased leaching of chemicals over time.

It is important to consult with your specific organic certifier to ensure your irrigation system fits within your overall Organic System Plan (OSP).

[Higgenbotham]

Repeat of post from 2012.

Population decline, the decisive issue of the 21st century, will cause violent upheavals in the world order. Countries facing fertility dearth, such as Iran, are responding with aggression. Nations confronting their own mortality may choose to go down in a blaze of glory. Conflicts may be prolonged beyond the point at which there is any rational hope of achieving strategic aims - until all who wish to fight to the death have taken the opportunity to do so.

http://www.atimes.com/atimes/Global_Eco ... 3Dj05.html

Full article can still be found here:
https://badgleyb.net/geopolitics/fifthorseman.htm

[Higgenbotham]

These posts from 2012 and 2016 describe how Trump has and will run the war in Iran.

When a Boomer is feeling like they are in charge, that's when things get really crazy and we will see the following:

1. We will see a lot of "edicts" being proclaimed.
2. If something fact based is mentioned that irrefutably contradicts an "edict", that is simply ignored.
3. If something is mentioned that is based on sound reasoning but is not irrefutable, it is dismissed outright.
4. Things that fall into gray areas that can't be proven or disproven are dissected to death, with the Boomer claiming superior knowledge.

In my experience, the Boomers who are the absolute worst in this regard were born in 1947 and as we move away from that particular birth year things get less crazy.

This pretty much fits Trump, who was born in 1946. To illustrate item 4, Trump railed all weekend on how the Clintons are far worse toward women than he ever was.

I don't think I need to provide extensive details, but the most interesting one was when he proclaimed that most objectives had been met and the war was almost over. Boomers born circa 1947 who are in charge often believe things are true just because they say they are.

When did Trump say most objectives had been met and the war in Iran was almost over?

AI Overview

On March 9, 2026, President Trump stated that the U.S. war with Iran was "very complete, pretty much" and would be over "pretty quickly," suggesting most major objectives were being met. Speaking from his Florida golf club, he indicated the campaign had largely destroyed Iran's navy, air force, and communications.

Initial Comments (March 9, 2026): In a phone interview with CBS News and subsequent public remarks, Trump claimed victory was near, stating the war was "very complete, pretty much".

Context: These statements occurred roughly one week after major combat operations began on February 28, 2026.

[aedens]

We let the land rest since 2019. To heal from the chemical farmers.
Bernie and Fred retired also and will decide to pasture as we indicated.
Actually thought these lunatics would run out of water, wheat, weather sooner than later.
Another 6 or 7 bish zones implosions will kick it off.
Jakarta map left of center has kicked off as corruption has taken root.
Currency fx conversion indicated Party Cult was paid $3000 for affiliation party payments.
Given the spread the Maoist and left of Center Nationalist went on a bent of burn it down.
Iran proxy IRGC collapsing into Northwest from Iraq paramil. Guess who was paying for that
but west Iraq is vacuum ready. Buckle up even the Amish Know.
Drug boats... send to Davey Jones please and thanks.
Salt and Pepper Americans tell express them out.
Constitutional Republic is alive. Our map is not there map.
September should bring clarity. No clue H.

[Higgenbotham]

We let the land rest since 2019. To heal from the chemical farmers.

I've been meaning to comment on this and things related.

What aeden is doing is a net positive for the soil. Cover cropping and letting the land lie fallow.

In my case, I am building soil using the discards from industrial civilization, which is good, but also using some materials at the expense of the surrounding land, which is not so good. So what I am doing is a net positive versus how industrial civilization operates, but a net negative versus how nature operates unmolested.

Earlier in this Dark Age Hovel I had discussed location and how a borderline location could be beneficial if someone prefers to fight the problem of fertility of the land instead of denser populations. To do that, someone has to "borrow" from the surrounding land somewhat. When growing up in Upstate New York, which is a very good vegetable growing area, our first garden was put into production by tilling, adding a little cow manure and lime, and planting immediately. Yields were good right from the start. That's not the case in the borderline area of Central Texas where I am now. While the soil is OK as a base, it will not support crops with minimal amendments because the depth is not adequate and it has too much clay. Currently, the surrounding area is grassland that is being used as pasture for cattle. So in addition to discards from industrial civilization, I gather a relatively large amount of material from the pasture and surrounding area out back, which depletes it slightly. As an example, just a few days ago, in about a 250 square foot area of grassland behind the house, I pulled up about a quarter of the dead grass, chopped it up, added it to about a 15 square foot area of newly dug garden, then used the remainder to mulch a newly planted area of about 80 square feet. Normally, that grass would die back as this season's grass grows up, gradually enriching the land. Now about a quarter of that is gone.

Also, the fertility of the area prepared 2 years ago seems better than it was last year, indicating that it can take at least 2 years to optimally prepare ground for growing vegetables in this location.

[Iceman]

Dear H, and aedens...the last 3 posts...thanks for sharing them. I needed some much needed clarity which you guys always provide.

Regards,
Iceman (born in the USA in '52...actually it was on a territorial island in the Pacific...but that what happens when dad was a Marine)