By Shannon Kelleher In a move celebrated by US meat and poultry producers but mourned by environment and health advocates, federal regulators are walking back a proposed rule that would have strengthened water pollution standards for slaughterhouse operators. The post EPA walks back proposal to limit water pollution from meat and poultry plants appeared first on The New Lede.| The New Lede
KENNETT, MO. — Nestled in Missouri’s Bootheel is the small town of Kennett, the Dunklin County seat. With just over 10,000 residents, it’s a close-knit community where good-natured teasing is a common show of affection. Once a sprawling swampland, it has since been transformed into an expanse of flat, fertile fields where agriculture stands as the backbone of the region’s economy. The post The unseen harvest: Pesticides, cancer and rural Missouri’s health crisis appeared first on Th...| The New Lede
Vanguard Renewables, of Massaschusetts, plans to build a biodigester using organic food wastes and manure from a dairy farm to produce renewable natural gas. It is planned on a roughly 22-acre site.| West Central Tribune
Image 1: Specim’s hyperspectral camera mounted on the robotic arm of a HyperAIxpert. Image courtesy of LemnaTec LemnaTec GmbH has been a pioneer in plant phenotyping since 1998, providing innovative hardware and software for automated plant analysis. Their flexible phenotyping systems – ranging from small-scale lab setups to fully automated platforms- address diverse [...] The post Hyperspectral Imaging Meets High-Throughput Plant Phenotyping in LemnaTec Solutions appeared first on Specim.| Specim
Darla Tyler-McSherry of Ask In Earnest explains that no matter where a farmer works the land, they are watching incoming clouds - actual or metaphorical clouds that can bring stress or relief.| Agweek
Both Ag with Emma and That Fit Agvocate have been sharing about their journeys in the agricultural world and how they also find time to prioritize mental and physical health through it all.| Agweek
The two part-time agricultural mental health providers were hired after the retirement of longtime provider Ted Matthews.| Agweek
A leaf-mining insect, the soybean gall midge and sudden death syndrome are among the pests and diseases to look out for in the coming growing season.| Agweek
The weeds that farmers should watch for in their fields in 2023 include several that are familiar, such as Palmer amaranth, kochia and water hemp.| Agweek
Darla Tyler-McSherry of Ask In Earnest says the power of scents can be an important tool in our mental health toolboxes, including to treat depression that often plagues the agricultural community.| Agweek
Better weather improves crops on most NC farms, despite some flooding. But many farmers need aid that hasn't arrived after 2024 disasters. Bountiful harvest expected for many NC crops, but recovery from ’24 still lagging is a story from Carolina Public Press, an award-winning independent newsroom. Our breakthrough journalism shines a light on the critical overlooked and under-reported issues facing North Carolina’s more than 11 million residents. Please consider making a contribution to s...| Carolina Public Press
Developers have failed to start construction on the 250-room project for the past two decades.| Honolulu Civil Beat
The post How AI Can Help Solve Water Scarcity in MENA appeared first on Fanack Water.| Fanack Water
Most people, even in rural areas, are removed from agriculture, Ann Bailey said. That's why events like North Dakota farmer Greg Amundson's Root Connections are important in building connection.| Mitchell Republic
Standing on a hill in Morton County, North Dakota, Jenny Schlecht pondered the importance of a diverse ag industry and in having opportunities to do something different when times are tough.| Mitchell Republic
FCCPC warns food operators against adulteration By Isaiah Eka The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has warned food vendors against adulteration of goods and produce. The Executive Chairman, Mr Olatunji Bello, said this during a one-day sensitisation campaign on forced ripening of fruits, adulteration of palm oil, contaminated meat and grains, in Uyo. Represented by Dr Nkechi Mba, the […] News Agency of Nigeria| News Agency of Nigeria
The cafeteria managers' union is concerned the shortages will discourage students from purchasing meals and lead to possible cuts to school lunch staff.| Honolulu Civil Beat
The European Union has won the Regulatory Cold War and then quickly lost the peace.| The Risk-Monger
Next time someone expresses how righteous their food choices are, share this with them| The Risk-Monger
Brussels, 25 August 2025 | EFFAT voices deep concerns about the EU-US Framework on an Agreement on Reciprocal, Fair, and Balanced Trade. The recently released joint declaration statement validates the concerns we expressed in July, on the occasion of the talks between US President Trump and Commission President von der Leyen: European agro-food wealth is at […]| EFFAT – European Federation of Food, Agriculture and Tourism Trade Unions
Ce mardi 2 septembre, le ministre des Outre-mer, Manuel Valls, a consacré sa deuxième journée aux enjeux agricoles, à la préservation et à la restauration des forêts fragilisées par le cyclone et les incendies, ainsi qu’à la question sensible du foncier et de l’accès à la propriété. Le ministre a conclu sa visite par l'installation officielle de l'EP2R à Doujani, le nouvel établissement public spécialement créé pour piloter la reconstruction et la refondation de Mayotte....| Le Journal De Mayotte
On Monday, April 14th, my stomach sank as I read an e-mail from the principal investigators of a large-scale, multi-institutional project funded by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) that supported half of my livelihood as a postdoctoral research associate. Following that day’s press release from the USDA—“USDA Cancels Biden Era Climate Slush Fund, Reprioritizes Existing Funding to Farmers”—the email transformed the cloud of uncertainty that loomed over all federally...| Platypus
Deux lois environnementales. Deux contestations constitutionnelles. Deux avis de la Cour suprême du Canada. Deux issues différentes. Un examen de deux affaires récentes en matière de droit de l’environnement révèle la portée et les limites du pouvoir du gouvernement fédéral de légiférer en matière d’environnement.| Notes de la Colline
STATEHOUSE – 95 Indiana family farms were recently honored with Hoosier Homestead awards for being in operation for over 100, 150, and 200 years. State... The post Honoring Hoosier Farm Families appeared first on WBIW.| WBIW
Despite mounting political opposition, growing scientific criticism and even the retreat of many former industrial supporters like Nestlé and Danone, certain member-states and supermarket chains continue to prop up Nutri-Score. The Commission must therefore remain vigilant to ensure these attempts do not undermine farmers, distort fair competition or compromise the integrity of the single market – particularly as other pressing threats loom on the horizon. The post EU’s CAP reform contin...| Green Prophet
Emily Beal was able to tour Riverview’s Campbell dairy and gain some insight into how they run their operations.| Perham Focus
Oklahoma Horse Racing Commission executive director John Chancey resigned following a Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2025, meeting at Remington Park.| NonDoc
Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has urged schools across the country to shift perceptions of agriculture by ending the long-standing practice of using farming and weeding as disciplinary measures for students. Speaking on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama at the launch of the government’s School Farm Initiative, Mr. Debrah emphasized that agriculture should no […] The post Gov’t launches school farm initiative to rebrand agriculture appeared first on The Overseers - Ghana No.1 News.| The Overseers – Ghana No.1 News
As the global population grows, the need for sustainable and efficient farming is more urgent than ever. With limited arable land, farmers are embracing innovative technologies to boost productivity…| Techno FAQ
ATTRA, or Appropriate Technology Transfer for Rural Areas, is a trusted source of sustainable agriculture information and maintains a knowledge base of practical multimedia resources for farmers, ranchers, and educators. NCAT’s agriculture specialists work directly with farmers, ranchers, land managers, and others across the country to provide individualized technical assistance, offer practical learning opportunities, and facilitate meaningful connections among producers, experts, research...| attra.ncat.org
A study done in Slovenia evaluates the economic and technical viability of using shallow geothermal for storage and cooling of agricultural produce. The post Research in Slovenia evaluates the use of geothermal for cold storage of agricultural produce first appeared on ThinkGeoEnergy - Geothermal News & Insights.| ThinkGeoEnergy – Geothermal News & Insights
Ulubelu in Lampung, Indonesia will be the location of a study that evaluates the impact of geothermal development on food, water, and local communities. The post Indonesia to undertake study on food, water, and community impact of geothermal first appeared on ThinkGeoEnergy - Geothermal News & Insights.| ThinkGeoEnergy – Geothermal News & Insights
With WTO gridlock and Trump tariffs escalating, India’s agriculture sector struggles to balance trade, climate, and farmer demands. #WTO #agriculture #tariffs| Policy Circle
Rose Gidado, Director at the Department of Agricultural Biotechnology of the National Biotechnology Research and Development Agency (NBRDA), has recently insisted that the introduction of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) and their products, such as the Bill-Gates-funded TELA Maize now spreading across Nigeria’s markets and farmlands—are not intended to poison citizens but rather to strengthen food […] The post Rose Gidado, Nigeria’s GMO Regulator and TELA Maize Advocate, Defends ...| West Africa Weekly
Wisconsin regulators can require large livestock farms to obtain permits seeking to prevent manure spills, a state appeals court has ruled. Wisconsin DNR can require CAFO permits to protect water, appeals court rules is a post from Wisconsin Watch, a non-profit investigative news site covering Wisconsin since 2009. Please consider making a contribution to support our journalism.| Wisconsin Watch
Animal Liberation was only the second explicitly “animal rights” organization in the world Christine Townend, 81, remembered by Animal Justice Party member of the New South Wales legislative council Emma Hurst, 44, as “essentially the founder of the entire animal rights movement in Australia,” died from Parkinson’s disease in Leura, New South Wales, on August […] The post Christine Townend, 81, founded the animal rights movement in Australia appeared first on Anima...| Animals 24-7
Hello, everyone! My name is Alexandra (Alex) Osborn, and I am so excited to be starting as the new Education Program Coordinator! I am originally from Wellington, Missouri, where I grew up as a mem…| Iowa Agriculture Literacy
Quels sont les impacts des chaleurs précoces sur les cultures et le bétail et comment assurer notre souveraineté alimentaire ? Source| Élucid
Bientôt décoiffées, les bouteilles de Champagne ? La filière professionnelle a décidé ne plus imposer la coiffe sur les bouchons, dans la foulée d’une réglementation européenne.| Le Télégramme
Climate indicators in a Southeast report reveals how it will impact agriculture and other vertical industries.| Connected World
Water, water, every where, nor any drop to drink. — Samuel Taylor Coleridge’s poem The Rime of the Ancient Mariner. The ocean covers about 70 percent of Earth’s surface and holds 96 percent of its water. But because it’s saturated with salt, it isn’t drinkable. Sailors have known this for centuries, and that’s a profound … Continue reading California’s Precarious Future and the Promise—and Limits—of Desalination→| California Curated
Every now and then I enjoy opening a random box on the shelf and get my teeth into something that is yet to be processed. Last week, as I was cataloguing some prints and drawings (more information in a previous blog post here), I found an item annotated ‘Chinese concertina book on rice and silk…| Royal Asiatic Society
Tourism data from 2024 indicates that several counties in South Dakota had a spike in visitor spending, and most of those are rural.| South Dakota News Watch
For National Dairy Month in June, the American Biogas Council (ABC) released new data on the continued growth of dairy-based biogas systems in the United States.| BioCycle
“Food systems are responsible for 34% of global GHG emissions but receive only a tiny fraction of climate finance …” The post Food Systems Are Ripe For Blended Finance appeared first on BioCycle.| BioCycle
Composters who accept compostable packaging — and have for a combined 70+ years of experience doing so — make their voices heard. The post Commentary: Why We Accept Compostable Packaging And Serviceware appeared first on BioCycle.| BioCycle
Unyielding is a University of Missouri School of Journalism project for Investigate Midwest. William Caplinger, a superintendent for a commercial construction company, runs an organic farm in Sulfur Springs, Arkansas, about one hour from Joplin, Missouri. He and his wife, Heather, raise all their food for consumption, completely chemical and pesticide-free. Caplinger has Stage 4 prostate […] The post A farmer’s fight: Cancer, chemicals and a return to organic living appeared first on I...| Investigate Midwest
Unyielding is a University of Missouri School of Journalism project for Investigate Midwest. Over the hum of blow dryers and the flurry of hairdressing shears, Bobbi Bibbs welcomed clients into Studio 119, a salon in the heart of downtown Kennett, for 19 years. As someone who worked “behind the chair,” all of her trims, dyes and […] The post A cancer fight in rural Missouri: ‘Being from a small town right now is saving my life.’ appeared first on Investigate Midwest.| Investigate Midwest
Unyielding is a University of Missouri School of Journalism project for Investigate Midwest. Missouri has nearly 27 million acres of farmland. Nearly all of it is blanketed by pesticides. Crop farming is integral to Missouri’s economy, and pesticides are meant to ease the process. But these substances also come with risks. The level of risk differs […]| Investigate Midwest
University of Arizona economist Bonnie Colby on why the enduring opposition to water transfers out of agriculture goes beyond price: This is not surprising given third party economic effects when i…| jfleck at inkstain
By Reuters August 12, 2025 SUVA PLANINA, Serbia (Reuters) -A prolonged drought and sweltering heat are taking their toll on villagers, livestock and crops in the mountains of southeastern Serbia, with animals starting to die. Lack of rainfall since May has caused water shortages, wildfires and disruption to agriculture across the Western Balkans, also comprised […] The post Drought stalks Serbia, harming livestock appeared first on Circle of Blue.| Circle of Blue
The 167th Markdale Fall Fair went ahead Saturday after a fire in the rec centre a few weeks ago forced plans to change.| owensoundsuntimes
A new study suggests that past calculations of biological nitrogen fixation were overestimated by up to 66%—and that farms growing nitrogen-fixing crops may be filling in the gaps, for better or worse.| Eos
Los pastizales y la dieta de las vacas están cambiando a medida que se calienta el clima, pero un experimento agrícola en Francia revela la importancia de proporcionar pastos a las vacas.| Eos
Slow motion. The post Photographer Kitt Woodland Captures Beauty in the Small Details of Island Life in Sardinia appeared first on MONTECRISTO.| MONTECRISTO
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — A team of agricultural economists, environmental scientists and policy experts envisions a path toward a carbon-neutral agricultural future by expanding the reach of policies designed to promote low-carbon biofuels for transportation and aviation. In a new paper in the journal Science, the researchers propose policies that would reward farmers for adopting “climate-smart” […]| News Bureau
The province plans to cover half the improvement cost for a road deemed crucial for economic activity in the farming sector.| leaderpost
The word “audit” might make most farmers and ranchers start to sweat, given its frequent association with the IRS, penalties, and accusations of financial wrongdoing. In the world of agricultural business, however, audits can help ag producers gain clarity on the financial state of their business and better represent themselves to lenders or potential investors. … Continue reading "What is an Agricultural Audit" The post What is an Agricultural Audit appeared first on National Land Real...| National Land Realty News
New FSA loan rules have changed the process for farmers applying for federal loans. Learn more about what these changes mean here!| National Land Realty News
The Landsat satellite program, with its unparalleled 53-year historic record, can reveal changes through the Annual National Land Cover Database (NLCD).| Landsat Science | A joint NASA/USGS Earth observation program.
University of Minnesota Extension is offering three free family retreat weekends in 2023 to help guide the farm transition discussion.| Perham Focus
I'm not concerned with whether anyone won or lost, honestly, because while we're in the business of raising cattle, we're a lot more concerned with raising kids.| Detroit Lakes Tribune
Jenny Schlecht's family's farm was in the path of strong storms on the evening of June 20 and had plenty of damage. Despite all of the damage, they know it could have been much worse.| Detroit Lakes Tribune
Helping a child prep for the county fair -- and then actually making it through the fair -- can help the adults in their life get in shape. But the County Fair Workout is one that only works for a limited time.| Detroit Lakes Tribune
The world leans toward chaotic right now, but Jenny Schlecht has found some peace in the cold nights of checking heifers that are near calving.| Detroit Lakes Tribune
Jenny Schlecht describes how two calves on her farm needed milk replacer to stay alive.| Detroit Lakes Tribune
Manitoba "is committed to taking strong action on many fronts to improve the health of the lake and its tributaries," wrote Mike Moyes, the province's environment and climate change minister.| Detroit Lakes Tribune
Camera installations on the farm is a growing area for one Brainerd-area business.| Detroit Lakes Tribune
Eating fresh food from the garden or preserving produce, like storing onions in an old nylon, will help feed Jenny Schlecht's family this year. So will food grown by other farmers and sold in stores.| Detroit Lakes Tribune
Research happening all over the country can help improve the finances of farms and ranches. Jenny Schlecht says taking advantage of that work can put producers on stronger ground.| Detroit Lakes Tribune
Jenny Schlecht was never all-in on things like balling a steer’s tail or fluffing a sheep’s legs. But she has a strong appreciation for the real-world lessons 4-H provides.| Detroit Lakes Tribune
With a pledge to spend big on agtech, FCC chief executive Justine Hendricks hopes to give Canada’s food sector a jolt| The Logic
Ribaute - Laurent Bachevillier a perdu toute sa récolte lors de l’incendie géant qui a ravagé les Corbières, dans l’Aude, mais il peut compter sur la solidarité d’autres viticulteurs prêts à lui fournir du raisin pour le sauver d’une année blanche. Situés entre les villages de…| l'Opinion
Join Gavin Schaefer at The Maurin Academy for a botany course on native plants! Learn to plant this fall! Register as a Patreon member.| The Maurin Academy for Regenerative Studies
By collaborating directly with farms, suppliers, and international third-party suppliers like Fairtrade USA, Rainforest Alliance, Fairtrade America, Fair Food Program, Equitable Food Initiative, and Regenerative Organic Certified, we help to provide things like improved wages, health care, student scholarships, planting trees to prevent erosion and more. By working together, we can change the global food system for the better!| The Whole Story
Two environmental laws. Two constitutional challenges. Two Supreme Court of Canada opinions. Two different outcomes. An examination of two recent environmental law cases demonstrates the reach and limitations of the federal government’s ability to make laws in relation to environmental issues.| HillNotes
Connor Barnes brings his butchering craft straight to small-time livestock farmers via a custom-made box truck, a relief to many in a consolidated industry.| Barn Raiser
Discover how SKF Agri Hubs boost tillage uptime, reduce maintenance, and deliver long-term value for farmers and OEMs.| IBT Industrial Solutions
Coconut’s been called everything from a “miracle food” to a heart attack in disguise. It stars in smoothies, saturates our skincare, and shows up in everything from energy bars to trendy coffee creamers. But is it healthy? Or sustainable? Or even ethical? This honest review of coconut and coconut oil looks past the hype to uncover the truth about its impact on your body, the planet, and the people who grow it. The post Is Coconut Good for You — or Too Good To Be True? appeared first o...| Food Revolution Network
Modern agriculture is undergoing a digital revolution. From real-time crop analytics to autonomous machinery, farms are increasingly reliant on high-speed internet to unlock efficiencies, improve yields, and reduce environmental impact. But with many agricultural operations located in rural or remote areas, traditional connectivity options, like fixed-line broadband or patchy cellular coverage, often fall short. Enter […] The post Starlink in Agriculture: Empowering Smarter, Connected Farmi...| Clarus Networks
World hunger fell overall last year, but continued to rise in most of Africa and western Asia, according to a new report — The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI) — published by five specialized UN agencies and released Monday by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). […] The post Global Hunger Fell Overall in 2024, but Rose in Africa and Western Asia as Climate and Conflict Threaten Progress: UN Report appeared first on EcoWatch.| EcoWatch
A newly discovered pathway in a plant process could help farmers grow more successful crops, particularly in places where harsh, high light stresses plants. The post A new pathway helps clean up toxic chemicals from plant cells appeared first on The Global Plant Council.| The Global Plant Council
By one vote, a legislative committee agrees to consider a draft measure again in November when amendments are possible. The post Wyoming lawmakers advance bill decriminalizing corner crossing appeared first on WyoFile .| WyoFile
Three livestock groups, a Montana property association and a conservative group ask justices to consider the case, which pits property rights against public access. The post Ranchers, landowners, conservatives urge Supreme Court to hear Wyoming corner-crossing case appeared first on WyoFile .| WyoFile
Explore the innovative Facts Camp that connects youth to food, culture, and agriculture in the Sioux Valley Dakota Nation. The post Food, Culture, And Confidence For The Next Generation appeared first on Canadian Food Focus.| Canadian Food Focus
Frutura will be operating an 18-hectare greenhouse in Neudau-Burgau, Austria that will be heated with geothermal energy from 2900 meters depth. The post Frutura selected to operate geothermal mega-greenhouse in Styria, Austria first appeared on ThinkGeoEnergy - Geothermal News & Insights.| ThinkGeoEnergy – Geothermal News & Insights
By Marin Scotten Ryan Dunham heard his eleven-year-old daughter’s scream from his living room. He bolted up the stairs to the bathroom where she was taking a shower and couldn’t believe his eyes. The water flowing from the faucet was brown, and it smelled like “decay, rot and death.” The post “How can this happen?” Fight over sewage sludge on farms intensifies appeared first on The New Lede.| The New Lede
By Shannon Kelleher A federal judge this week ruled that the Trump administration’s move to terminate several grants to support farmers and underserved communities was likely “arbitrary and capricious,” and ordered the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) to restore five grants it canceled and cease the cancellation of a sixth grant. The post Federal judge rules to restore some USDA grants for farmers and underserved communities appeared first on The New Lede.| The New Lede
By Carey Gillam Syngenta is another step closer to potentially putting an end to thousands of lawsuits brought by people blaming the company’s paraquat weed killer for causing Parkinson’s disease. The post Syngenta closer to settling thousands of US paraquat lawsuits appeared first on The New Lede.| The New Lede
By Carey Gillam DES MOINES, Iowa- Several hundred Iowa residents gathered in the state capital this week, calling on public officials – and each other – to take swift action against dangerously polluted water supplies that are closely linked to the state’s powerful agricultural industry. The post Outrage in Iowa – Residents demand action to clean up dangerously polluted water appeared first on The New Lede.| The New Lede
Editor’s Note: A version of this story first appeared in Mile Markers, a twice monthly newsletter from Open Campus about the role of colleges in rural| The Daily Yonder
The post Egypt’s Mega-Irrigation Overhaul: Modernizing Agriculture for Water Security appeared first on Fanack Water.| Fanack Water
The information provided below is current at this time. If any updates are made to the information below, the corresponding year in which the updates are made will be included in the publication title. The water mold cucurbit downy mildew affects cucurbits (vine crops in the squash family) in South Carolina every year, especially in […] The post Cucurbit Downy Mildew Management for 2025 appeared first on Land-Grant Press.| Land-Grant Press
In its new season, the Food Pod for Humanity podcast explores plant-based diets and alternative proteins to reduce food-related climate impacts.| State of the Planet
As construction phase nears its end, Manna Food Co-op's building at 801 Washington Ave. is tentatively scheduled for an October opening, though an official 'move in' date has not been set.| Detroit Lakes Tribune
While waiting impatiently for the last plants to start emerging in the garden, Jenny Schlecht had to remind herself that nature makes sure that what is planted sprouts, more often than not.| Bemidji Pioneer
Jenny Schlecht's family's farm was in the path of strong storms on the evening of June 20 and had plenty of damage. Despite all of the damage, they know it could have been much worse.| Bemidji Pioneer
Research happening all over the country can help improve the finances of farms and ranches. Jenny Schlecht says taking advantage of that work can put producers on stronger ground.| Bemidji Pioneer
Jenny Schlecht was never all-in on things like balling a steer’s tail or fluffing a sheep’s legs. But she has a strong appreciation for the real-world lessons 4-H provides.| Bemidji Pioneer
