Deemed Cost

future of the Amazonian rainforest might look grim. A recent simulation model that considered the suitability of the Amazonian climate and soils for soy production, as well as current economic conditions with regard to credit loans, fertilizer costs, and cost of yield shipment, concluded that roughly 30% (about 140 million hectares) of the Brazilian Legal Amazon – an administrative region encompassing nine Brazilian states – could provide yields of 2–3.3 tons of soybeans per hectare…

difference in their height and build, she appeared to be the one who was being leaned upon. “You were wearing it when you left the room with him, but not when you returned. I don’t suppose you told him what it’s worth? That he’s wearing a ruby that would cost more than the Institute?” “I didn’t want it,” Magnus said. “Tragic reminder of lost love?” 234/1090 “Didn’t suit my complexion.” Will and Tessa were in the carriage now, and their driver was snapping the reins. “Do you think…