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Modern Farmer
1 week ago
Business

The Never-ending SNAP Debate Risks Stalling Another Farm Bill - Modern Farmer

Food affordability and insecurity are significant issues in the current presidential election, with SNAP playing a crucial role for millions of Americans. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
OMG science

Farming the Revolution review low-key look at Indian farmers' street-camp protests

The documentary explores the 2020-21 farmer protests in India, focusing on community solidarity and the challenges faced by demonstrators.
It highlights grassroots organizing, logistics of sustaining a protest, and the critical role of women in the movement. [ more ]
Modern Farmer
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

What a Trump or Harris Presidency Will Mean for Farmers and Eaters - Modern Farmer

The American presidential campaign has significant implications for fiscal and social policies, impacting global reverberations. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
US news

Biden Administration to Pay Dairy Farmers for Bird Flu Protective Measures

The Biden administration is compensating dairy farmers to limit the spread of bird flu, including payments for protecting workers, treating sick cows, and lost production. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Europe politics

EU pumps four times more money into farming animals than growing plants

EU's common agriculture policy heavily favors animal products over plant-based products.
Animal products receive disproportionate subsidies despite their negative environmental impact.
The subsidy scheme incentivizes inefficient use of land and resources in agriculture. [ more ]
www.france24.com
7 months ago
Europe news

Farmers clash with police in Brussels as EU ministers meet to tackle red tape

Farmers protest in Brussels over EU rules and red tape.
Demonstration fueled by excessive environmental regulations and cheap imports. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
7 months ago
France politics

Angry French farmers storm into Paris agriculture fair

French farmers protested at a Paris farmers' fair ahead of Macron's visit, demanding better income and less bureaucracy.
Macron canceled a planned debate with farmers after unions boycotted, highlighting tensions over agriculture policies and fair competition. [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
8 months ago
Chicago

With new farm bill in the works, Illinois farmers go to Washington to urge investments in environmental justice

Illinois small farmers are meeting with members of Congress to discuss their hopes for significant financial investment and protections in the next farm bill.
They are seeking investments and protections to reduce economic inequality, build resilience to climate change, and improve access to nutritious food and sustainable systems. [ more ]
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