Ammonium nitrate remains pivotal for fertilizer and explosive applications, driven by safer formulations, technological innovations, and expanding re ...

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Increasing levels of nitrate in Ontario’s watersheds including the Grand River is a serious issue for the entire province, says Mayor Kevin Davis. But the mayor is optimistic that solutions can be ...

It's almost second nature to flick your hazards on in severely adverse conditions, but did you know that hitting the little red triangle on your dash can land you a fine in certain circumstances?

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One person has been rushed to a North Queensland hospital after a truck carrying ammonium nitrate rolled on a highway, which has caused an hours-long two-kilometre road closure. Emergency crews ...

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