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California reports first increase in groundwater supplies in 4 years

California reported the first increase in groundwater supplies in four years due to successful management and recharge efforts during wet years. [ more ]

Fast Company

African farmers address climate change with old and new practices

Farmers in Africa are combining ancient fertilizer methods with new technologies to combat climate change and ensure food security for the growing population. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

The Malawians braving climate shocks and red tape to make banana wine

Global warming shrinks crop yields leading to economic losses for farmers.

Malawi's agricultural sector, including staple crops like bananas, is severely impacted by extreme weather conditions. [ more ]

Kqed

February's Storms Doubled California Snowpack, March Could Bring More Wet Weather | KQED

California snowpack increased due to recent storms.

Uneven snow distribution across Sierra Nevada. [ more ]

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EU data protection

EU recommends ambitious 2040 climate target, goes light on farming

The European Commission is recommending a 90 percent cut in net greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, but weakened the recommendation for agriculture after protests from farmers.

The EU executive removed a target of cutting non-CO2 emissions from agriculture by 30 percent by 2040. [ more ]

RealAgriculture.com

RealAg Radio: Gene-editing, seed regulatory modernization, and GREET model implications on canola, May 8, 2024

The episode covers topics on gene editing, seed regulatory modernization, canola industry impact, and water rationing in Southern Alberta. [ more ]

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Canada news

AAFC announces over $1 million in funding for the Canadian Centre for Agricultural Wellbeing

Funding for Canadian Centre for Agricultural Wellbeing to support mental health initiatives for farmers. [ more ]

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Canada news

Bunge-Viterra consolidation could cost farmers more than $700 million per year: U of S report

Bunge's acquisition of Viterra could lead to substantial economic losses for farmers in terms of export basis, canola prices, and elevator competition. [ more ]

RealAgriculture.com

Wheat School: Why kochia is so hard to kill and so prone to herbicide resistance

Kochia resists multiple herbicide groups due to various growth, reproduction, and spreading factors. [ more ]

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Pollinators Flock to Flower-Filled Solar Panel Fields

Seeding solar panel areas with native wildflowers boosts pollinator abundance and diversity.

Vanishing pollinators can be saved by incorporating wildflowers in solar arrays on former agricultural land. [ more ]

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Poland: Farmers protest against EU climate policies DW 05/10/2024

Polish farmers protest EU's Green Deal, citing interference and high costs. [ more ]

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3 weeks ago

EU expansion: Can the bloc afford new members in the east? DW 04/23/2024

Polish farmers protest against Ukrainian grain imports and worry about EU expansion effects on their livelihoods. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Crucial European Green Deal package staggers to legislative conclusion

The European Green Deal faces challenges with legislative approval amidst upcoming elections and farmer protests.

Efforts to pass laws to restore nature, cut pollution, and protect the environment are being weakened by member states and the EU Council. [ more ]

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Richmond's Oest Wines evolves and adapts to change

Oest Wines' Rachis 2021 offers a unique blend, embodying the vision of producing balanced natural wines with depth and character. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

Napa Vineyard Sheep Grazing promotes sustainable agricultural practices and better wine

Sheep grazing in Napa Valley benefits agriculture by enhancing flavor, reducing pollution, and promoting holistic farming practices. [ more ]

Wine Enthusiast

Despite Historic Rains, the West's "Snow Drought" Spells Trouble for Wineries

California is experiencing a lack of snowpack in the Sierra Nevada, despite recent flooding and damage from atmospheric rivers.

The entire American West is facing a 'snow drought' with below normal snowfall measurements in 78% of monitoring stations. [ more ]

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Sacramento Bee

Ag groups spend millions on ads to discourage California farmworker unionizing. What to know

Major agriculture organizations spending millions on Spanish-language radio ads discouraging farmworkers from voting in union elections. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

California farmworkers allege civil rights violations. Why this company says they're false

Workers at Wonderful Nurseries allege civil rights violations including lack of sexual harassment training.

Wonderful Nurseries denies the allegations and asserts compliance with training requirements. [ more ]

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Will the EU-Mercosur trade talks ever end? DW 03/05/2024

Fear among EU farmers affecting trade deal

Stalled negotiations between EU and Mercosur [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

AP PHOTOS: A farming protest movement grips Europe from Brussels and Berlin to Greece and Romania

Farmers across Europe are protesting low wages, heavy regulation, and the influx of cheap imports in the agricultural sector.

French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal announced new measures to address farmer concerns, including banning imports of fruits and vegetables treated with a banned insecticide. [ more ]

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www.independent.co.uk

Thousands of farmers advance on Madrid for a major tractor protest over EU policies

Farmers in Spain protest EU policies leading to production cost hikes.

Similar protests against EU policies seen in France. [ more ]

www.thelocal.fr

French PM to visit farm as agricultural unions vow Paris 'siege'

Farmers in France are planning to blockade the capital in protest of low purchase prices for produce and environmental regulations.

French Prime Minister Jean Castex has announced concessions in response to the protests, but farmers still demand further action. [ more ]

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Symbol of polarisation': EU scraps plans to halve use of pesticides

The European Commission is abandoning plans to reduce pesticide use in agriculture due to farmer protests and demands for higher prices and eased regulations.

Farmers across Europe have been protesting against falling product prices, rising costs, cheap imports, and excessive regulations. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Thousand demonstrate as French farmer protests continue before minister holds talks in Brussels Europe live

Farmers in France are protesting and blocking roads, causing significant disruptions.

Talks between the French agriculture minister and the European Commission's president are planned for tomorrow in Brussels. [ more ]

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The New Yorker

Will Plants Ever Fertilize Themselves?

Nitrogen is essential for life and makes up a large portion of the air we breathe. Diazotrophs are microbes that fix nitrogen and make it usable for plants and animals. The availability of nitrogen for agriculture has become a concern in recent history. [ more ]

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Hunter-gatherers were mostly gatherers, says archaeologist

Early human hunter-gatherers primarily ate plants and vegetables, with meat playing a secondary role.

The shift from foraging to farming may have been a gradual transition rather than driven by over-hunting. [ more ]

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Farmers bring protest to Brussels as EU summit begins DW 02/01/2024

Around 1,000 tractors descended on Brussels as farmers protested at the European Parliament.

Farmers are complaining about taxes, rising costs, cheap imports, rules, and bureaucracy. [ more ]

www.fastcompany.com

Why are farmers protesting in France? Tractor roadblocks explained as Paris steps up security

French farmers are protesting for better pay and living conditions and against unfair competition from other countries with lighter regulations.

Security measures have been increased in response, with roadblocks being set up and armoured police vehicles being deployed around the Rungis food market in Paris. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

Tractors on TikTok: Europe's farmers send a loud pre-election message

European Union farmers are protesting ahead of the European Parliament elections, demanding better conditions and support.

Farmers in Romania are calling for reduced diesel tax, lower insurance costs, and an end to unfair competition from Ukraine. [ more ]

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www.independent.co.uk

France news

Belgian farmers choke off traffic arteries in fourth day of protests over their dire prospects

Farmers in Belgium are blocking traffic arteries and protesting for better prices for their produce and less bureaucracy.

The protests have caused disruptions for hundreds of thousands of Belgians and the farmers plan to protest outside EU headquarters during Thursday's summit. [ more ]

www.france24.com

French politicians attempt to appease angry farmers ahead of European elections

French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal pays tribute to the agriculture sector and promises to reduce red tape for farmers.

Jordan Bardella of the far-right National Rally sympathizes with farmers and criticizes President Macron's agricultural policies. [ more ]

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'French agriculture can't be bartered away': Farmers unite against EU rules and globalised markets

French farmers are protesting for better remuneration and against stifling EU regulations.

Protests have been ongoing since mid-January, with farmers using tractors and other methods to block highways and disrupt traffic.

Rural Coordination, a farmers' union, is playing a key role in the protests and represents 20% of French farmers. [ more ]

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In pictures: French farmers maintain 'siege' of Paris in standoff with government

Protesting farmers in France are using barricades made of tractors and hay bales to block highways leading to Paris, in order to pressure the government over the future of their industry.

The farmers are demanding that producing food should be more lucrative, easier, and fairer. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

France news

The world is changing too fast for us': organic farmers on urgency of French protests

French farmers are protesting against French bureaucracy and low prices for their produce.

The protests have spread across the country and have a local political flavor. [ more ]

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French farmers protest as government prepares to announce new measures Europe live

French farmers are protesting against the nightmare of French bureaucracy and the collapse of their farming industry.

The protests have spread across the country and include blockading highways, dumping imported produce, and spraying manure on public buildings. [ more ]

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Ursula von der Leyen calls for consensus' amid polarisation' in agriculture as French farmers continue protests Europe live

Farmers in France continue to block roads in protest

European Commission's president calls for dialogue and consensus on agriculture issues [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

French farmers protest turns deadly as woman dies after car hits hay-bale

A woman was killed and her husband and daughter were seriously injured in a crash at a protest by French farmers.

The fatal crash represents a dramatic turn for the growing protest movement among French farmers for better remuneration and against excessive regulation and costs. [ more ]

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euronews

French farmers continue protesting one day after death of demonstrator

Farmers in France are protesting for better wages and less strict regulation in the agricultural sector.

Protests have escalated across Europe, with similar actions taken by agricultural workers in Romania and Germany. [ more ]

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Farmers in Romania, France and Germany continue road convoy protests

Agricultural workers in Romania, Germany, and France are protesting against green policies and taxes, demanding more government subsidies.

Farmers in these countries claim that they are being negatively impacted by environmental reforms and need subsidies to offset the costs. [ more ]

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France passes law to protect farmers against 'abusive' lawsuits from former city dwellers

French parliament passes law to protect farmers from complaints about noise or stench from agricultural activities.

The law aims to stop 'abusive' lawsuits from former city dwellers who bought houses in the countryside. [ more ]

KQED

Threat Of Fruit Flies Returns To California | KQED

California is facing a resurgence of the Mediterranean fruit fly, which threatens the state's agricultural economy.

Faculty members at four California State University campuses are planning single day strikes after failed negotiations.

The Fort Independence Indian Community will receive 40 acres of sacred land from the state's Department of Fish and Wildlife. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Proposal for new water district sparks fear of Northern California 'water grab'

Proposal to create a new water district in Butte County sparks fears of a profit-driven water grab

Supporters say the district is necessary to address the local groundwater deficit and achieve sustainability [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Tourists are flooding Mexico's wine country. They're also destroying it

Rapid development and tourism growth in Baja California's wine country is causing conflicts between residents and businesses.

Residents are concerned about noise pollution, unsuitable development, and the loss of Baja's rural character.

The rapid growth of restaurants and tourism has led to a tenfold increase in the number of restaurants in the area since 2001. [ more ]

East Asia Forum

Australia's troubled EU trade deal still second best | East Asia Forum

Negotiations for a preferential trade agreement between Australia and the EU have been suspended.

Agriculture was a key factor in the breakdown of the talks, with the EU resisting Australian beef and sheepmeat and protective geographical indications.

Strategic factors like access to critical minerals may still favor a deal in the future. [ more ]

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6 months ago

Canada news

GrainCorp Holds Dividend Despite 34% Fall in Annual Profit

GrainCorp held its dividend and launched a share buyback despite a 34% drop in annual profit.

The net profit for the 12 months through September was AUD 249.7 million, compared to AUD 380.4 million the previous year.

Revenue increased by 4.6% to AUD 8.23 billion. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

11 months ago

UK politics

UK delis could be forced to put up prices after new Brexit tax

Many UK businesses which import food products from the European Union will have to pay a special Brexit tax that will further drive up prices, particularly in smaller shops such as delicatessens, under proposals set out by the government last week.The planned charge of 43 per consignment, outlined in a consultation document issued by the Department for Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), was described on Saturday by a leading industry figure as the sting in the tail of a post-Brexit food inspection regime that was already fuelling inflation.

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Alternative medicine

Florida Becomes First State To Ban 'Fake Meat'

Florida has officially banned lab-grown meat to protect the cattle industry and residents from the World Economic Forum's push for alternative protein sources. [ more ]

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Alternative medicine

Scamdemic Bird Flu: Vaccines for 33 Billion Chickens? Digital Food Rationing? The End of Animal Agriculture?

The overhyped threat of a human bird flu pandemic may serve as a distraction to reset the food system by benefiting pharmaceutical companies and leading to mass destruction of chickens. [ more ]

Fast Company

Coronavirus

Bird flu on dairy farms: U.S. offers aid to help track and contain outbreaks

U.S. health officials allocate $200 million to combat bird flu outbreak in dairy cows. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Coronavirus

Bird flu concerns grow in California as deadly virus infects more farms

Outbreaks of highly pathogenic bird flu have been confirmed in four new California counties.

The virus is easily spread among birds and often fatal for them. [ more ]

RealAgriculture.com

Deliverability

RealAg on the Weekend: The AG's report on AAFC, beef to South Korea, and the impact of a Viterra and Bunge merger, May 4, 2024

The RealAg on the Weekend show covers various agriculture-related topics, including climate action policies, mergers, product spotlight, and international trade missions. [ more ]

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Deliverability

RealAg Radio: Testing for HPAI, the playoffs, and the potential double rail strike, May 3, 2024

Discussion on various agriculture-related topics such as the Bunge-Viterra merger and Auditor General's report on AAFC's climate action policies. [ more ]

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3 weeks ago

Deliverability

RealAg Radio: Cost of production pressure, early moisture conditions, and fire safety, Apr 25, 2024

Connecting with farmers across Canada to discuss insights and experiences in agriculture. [ more ]

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Data science

DASH project looks to connect carbon credits and soil at the farm level using artificial intelligence

The Database for Alberta Soil Health aims to aggregate and utilize decades of soil data for better agricultural practices and environmental outcomes. [ more ]

Irish Independent

1 day ago

Education

'I love the craic' - James graduates having never missed a day of school

The key to perfect attendance: James attributes it to his love for learning and good health, regardless of challenges like a pandemic. [ more ]

Chicago Tribune

Education

Students from Skokie Jewish school headed to Israel to volunteer in farming sector

Students at Ida Crown Jewish Academy are volunteering in Israel to help in the agricultural sector and other parts of the economy.

The trip was organized after Israel was attacked by Hamas and faced a shortage of workers due to reservists being called up and travel restrictions for Arab workers. [ more ]

Fast Company

Business

This Texas shrub could help save U.S. rubber

Guayule, a desert shrub, shows promise as a domestic rubber source, reducing US dependence on foreign markets. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles

Groups seek to ban large-scale animal farming in Sonoma County

Animal rights activists in Sonoma County are pushing to end large concentrated animal farming operations to protect animals and watersheds.

There is a divide between animal welfare advocates pushing for the initiative and farm interests opposing it, fearing the impact on family farms. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles

Ventura County farmer and former water board member pleads guilty to water theft

Daniel Conklin Naumann pleaded guilty to grand theft of water by bypassing meters.

Stealing water has criminal consequences and accountability is necessary for such actions. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles

Live in Redlands? Prepare to forfeit your homegrown fruit to stop the Oriental fruit fly

Residents and business owners in Redlands, California are being asked to forfeit any fruit growing on their property to prevent the spread of the Oriental fruit fly.

The Oriental fruit fly can cause significant damage to California's agricultural economy and is currently under quarantine in several areas. [ more ]

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Science

The Colorado River rarely reaches the sea. Here's why

Lake Powell water levels dropped during megadrought

32% of Colorado River water is used for cattle-feed crops [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

Angry farmers block Brussels to protest EU policies, cheap Ukraine imports

Farmers in Brussels protested against red tape, trading practices, and environmental measures, leading to violent clashes with police.

Protests by farmers across EU influenced policy changes, resulting in concessions on farm controls and environmental rules. [ more ]

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Farmers in Italy, Spain and Poland protest over European Union policies and competition

Farmers in Italy, Spain, and Poland are protesting EU farming policies and demanding measures to combat production cost hikes and unfair competition from non-EU countries.

Protests have spread across the EU, with farmers expressing frustration over the financial burden of EU policies and the higher cost of their products compared to non-EU imports. [ more ]

euronews

Hungarian and Polish farmers stage protest on border with Ukraine

Farmers in Hungary and Poland are protesting against duty-free imports of Ukrainian agricultural produce.

The protests were triggered by the European Commission's proposal to keep Ukrainian imports duty-free until 2025, but with caps on certain agricultural products. [ more ]

www.thelocal.com

Tractors converge on Rome as farmers protest across Europe

Farmers across Europe are protesting against restrictive regulations, unfair competition, and poor pay and conditions.

Protests have taken place in France, Germany, Belgium, Poland, Romania, Greece, the Netherlands, and Italy. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

As Europe's farmers find common cause in grievances, governments race to offer concessions

Farmers in Europe are protesting rising production costs, inflation, foreign competition, and the costs of combating climate change.

National leaders are offering financial concessions to calm the farming sector before the European Union elections in June. [ more ]

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France's two key farmers unions suspend protests after the government offered new measures

Farmers unions in France have decided to suspend protests and lift road blockades after the government announced new measures to address their concerns.

The measures include financial support for struggling farmers and wine producers, as well as a commitment to not ban pesticides authorized in other EU countries. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

UK politics

Why are farmers protesting against Welsh government's rural policies?

Farmers protesting Welsh government's rural policies

Protests causing disruptions and gaining momentum [ more ]

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Artificial intelligence

Maharashtra signs MoU with Google for harnessing Artificial Intelligence - ET HealthWorld

Maharashtra government signs MoU with Google to utilize AI in sectors like agriculture, healthcare, and education

Collaboration will bring sustainability and predictability to agriculture and reduce agricultural distress [ more ]

www.fastcompany.com

Artificial intelligence

How this company is using AI to track climate changes to help protect agriculture

Gro Intelligence uses huge data sets to create predictive models for agriculture and climate change.

The company's mission is to understand what is happening on Earth and how it affects agriculture. [ more ]

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Growth hacking

Small business growth forecasts in agricultural sector hit three-year high

UK small business growth outlook in the agricultural sector has hit a three-year high.

Other sectors, such as manufacturing, media, and legal services, also reported significant increases in growth predictions. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

French Farmers' Unions Urge End to Roadblocks Amid Government Proposals

France's main farmers' unions have called for an end to roadblocks across the country after expressing cautious satisfaction with the government's announcements to appease them.

It's unclear whether the farmers at the barricades will heed the union leaders' call and go home, as they continue to express deep-rooted grievances. [ more ]

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Music

Agriculture announce new EP, share new song & Chat Pile-featuring music video

Agriculture, an LA black metal band, is releasing a new EP called 'Living Is Easy' on May 3.

The EP's first single, also titled 'Living Is Easy,' combines black metal fury with uplifting melodies. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Protesting farmers have France's government in a bind

French farmers are protesting due to difficulties in making a living from farming, including high energy costs and competition from global imports.

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has caused economic shocks for farmers in France and other European countries, exacerbating existing grievances. [ more ]

euronews

France's protesting farmers encircle Paris with tractor barricades

Protesting farmers in France are using tractors and hay bales to block highways leading into Paris as they protest the future of their industry.

The farmers are demanding a 'change of course' from the government and emergency aid measures. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

Protesting French farmers encircle Paris with tractors

Protesting farmers in France encircled Paris with barricades to pressure the government over the future of their industry.

The farmers' protests highlight the economic and social divide between town and country in France. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

France news

Protesting farmers tighten squeeze on France's government with 'siege' of Olympic host city Paris

Protesting farmers in France are planning to encircle Paris with tractor barricades and drive-slows in order to pressure the government for more concessions.

The farmers' movement is a result of the global food crisis exacerbated by the Ukraine war, leading to higher prices and challenges for the agriculture industry. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

UK news

UK walks away from post-Brexit Canada trade talks over hormones in beef' business live

The end of trade talks between the UK and Canada is a relief for farmers, as compromise would have damaged the UK farming sector.

The position of farmers is often a totemic issue in trade talks, with agricultural products being the first thing to be discussed and the last thing to be agreed. [ more ]

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Digital life

Japan Turns to Innovation to Tackle Labor Crisis

Japan is using AI, avatars, and robots to address labor shortages

Industrial robots are being deployed to automate labor-intensive processes in construction

Various industries in Japan are using robots and autonomous vehicles for tasks like farming and trucking [ more ]

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Environment

Under threat and under-prepared: Ireland facing growing climate change impacts

Ireland is not adequately prepared for climate change impacts

Progress on reducing greenhouse gas emissions is limited [ more ]

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Environment

How flooding affects the environment DW 01/09/2024

Flooding can have positive effects on ecosystems, such as distributing soil nutrients and promoting plant growth.

Floodwaters can act as a natural fertilizer and replenish groundwater supplies. [ more ]

Washington Post

Environment

Farmers race to innovate as climate change threatens African food supply

Scientists, government officials, and farmers are working to revive neglected crops and boost agricultural productivity to mitigate food shortages caused by climate change in Africa.

Only a small percentage of global climate finance goes to projects with smallholder farmers, who produce the majority of food in Africa and Asia. [ more ]

www.france24.com

EU agriculture ministers set to meet amid farmer protests in France and Germany

European farmers are protesting rising fuel costs, green regulations, and unfair competition from Ukrainian imports.

The agriculture question is a significant issue in Europe, with a surge of far right and nationalist parties taking up the cause in upcoming elections. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Germany news

The empty boots of German farmers tell a story of hardship, fuel wars and far-right threat | Eva von Redecker

Farmers in Germany are protesting tax exemptions for farm vehicles and diesel being scrapped, leading to a backlash against pseudo-green austerity policies.

Farmers in Germany have an exceptionally high suicide rate, and many farms have closed down since the 1990s. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Germany news

Thousands of tractors block Berlin as farmers protest over fuel subsidy cuts

Thousands of farmers in Germany protested in Berlin over rising costs and plans to phase out agricultural fuel subsidies.

The protesters called on the government to scrap the plans, warning that many farmers would go bankrupt.

The finance minister, Christian Lindner, acknowledged the anger among farmers and called for a dialogue about the role of the state. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

Berlin

Farmers stage tractor blockades across Germany

Furious farmers in Germany are protesting against plans to cut tax breaks for agriculture, leading to road blockades and strikes.

The protests are part of a larger wave of industrial action across various sectors in Germany, as workers seek wage increases amidst weak economic growth and increased prices. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

US news

Some California Farmers Pay for Groundwater. Is That Workable?

Charging farmers for groundwater in the Pajaro Valley incentivizes water conservation and raises revenue for recycling water.

The Pajaro Valley system could serve as a model for conserving water in the United States as groundwater shortages become a pressing issue. [ more ]

The Drum

Marketing

How Fatima's Fertilizers are aiding Pakistan's farmers

Fatima Fertilizer's Salam Kissan initiative aims to raise awareness and appreciation for farmers in Pakistan.

The campaign seeks to elevate farmers' voices and draw the attention of policy makers. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

East Bay (California)

Year-round farmers market and food hub coming to Morgan Hill will be first of its kind

A new year-round indoor farmers market, the first of its kind in Santa Clara County, will open in Morgan Hill in 2026.

The Fattoria Public Market will provide economic opportunities to small farmers, offer a beer and wine garden, a distribution and processing facility, and serve as an educational hub for sustainable agriculture. [ more ]

WSJ

Coffee

How Starbucks Lost the Top Spot in China's Coffee Race

Luckin Coffee has surpassed Starbucks as China's biggest coffee chain by sales and units.

This is a comeback for Luckin Coffee after an accounting scandal that stalled its growth. [ more ]

Farms

Scientists Encourage Greater Genetic Diversity in Livestock

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