The UN warns that accelerating glacier melt due to climate change is endangering the food and water supply of nearly 2 billion people worldwide. As vital mountain ice disappears, regions dependent on seasonal meltwater face growing risks of drought, food insecurity, and extreme weather events.
Richest farmers in England may lose sustainability funding
The UK government is reconsidering the allocation of its Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI), with plans to exclude the wealthiest farmers from receiving post-Brexit environmental funding. This move aims to ensure better distribution of resources to smaller farmers who play a crucial role in conservation. While some argue that limiting access to the richest farmers could hinder the UK’s climate goals, others believe it will create a fairer system. As the review unfolds, debates continue over the balance between sustainability efforts and economic fairness in British agriculture.
China imposes retaliatory tariffs on Canadian farm and food products
China is imposing steep tariffs on Canadian agricultural imports, including a 100% duty on rapeseed oil and peas, in response to Canada’s tariffs on Chinese goods. The move escalates trade tensions, adding uncertainty to global markets.
USA puts tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is working urgently to reinstate key employees who were mistakenly dismissed as part of a federal workforce reduction effort. These employees played a crucial role in managing the ongoing avian influenza outbreak, which has led to the culling of over 160 million birds since 2022. The layoffs, part of a government efficiency initiative, have raised concerns among lawmakers and industry experts, as the outbreak continues to drive up egg prices and threaten poultry farmers nationwide.
USDA Forecasts More Corn and Wheat, Fewer Soybean Acres for 2025/2026
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is working urgently to reinstate key employees who were mistakenly dismissed as part of a federal workforce reduction effort. These employees played a crucial role in managing the ongoing avian influenza outbreak, which has led to the culling of over 160 million birds since 2022. The layoffs, part of a government efficiency initiative, have raised concerns among lawmakers and industry experts, as the outbreak continues to drive up egg prices and threaten poultry farmers nationwide.
Myth-Busting GMOs: Are They Really Harmful?
Introduction Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) have sparked one of the most controversial debates in modern agriculture. Are they a technological marvel that boosts food security, or do they pose hidden health and environmental risks? While the scientific community largely supports GMOs…
USDA Scrambles to Rehire Key Staff Amid Bird Flu Crisis After Accidental Firings
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is working urgently to reinstate key employees who were mistakenly dismissed as part of a federal workforce reduction effort. These employees played a crucial role in managing the ongoing avian influenza outbreak, which has led to the culling of over 160 million birds since 2022. The layoffs, part of a government efficiency initiative, have raised concerns among lawmakers and industry experts, as the outbreak continues to drive up egg prices and threaten poultry farmers nationwide.
UK Soil Breakthrough Promises Reduced Fertiliser Use
Researchers at the John Innes Centre in Norwich have identified a genetic mutation that enhances the symbiotic relationship between plants and soil microbes, potentially reducing the need for artificial fertilisers. This discovery could lead to more sustainable agricultural practices by improving nutrient uptake in crops like wheat.
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