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Fate Of Major Trade Deal With EU Hangs Over Mercosur Summit

The fate of a landmark trade deal with the European Union, which France is trying to block, looms large over a summit this week of South America's Mercosur bloc.

International Business Times

ICE Raids Leave California Farms With Unharvested Crops as Migrant Workforce Hides To Avoid Deportations

In Ventura County, a key farming region north of Los Angeles, growers report that up to 70% of laborers have disappeared from fields since early June

Latin Times

Trump’s ICE raids on farms risk US food supply, economists warn

A sharp reduction in the number of agricultural workers could have devastating impacts on the food supply chain and farm-belt economies

The Independent UK

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First case of highly infectious viral disease detected on French cattle farm

France detected a case of lumpy skin disease in the Savoie region near the Alps

The Independent UK

Dawn of the drone age: how agri-tech is boosting production and morale

Instagram-inspired gadgets to spread or spray crops are gaining traction on UK farms but require deep pockets

The Guardian - UK

5 Greek government officials resign over EU farming subsidy fraud allegations

Five Greek government officials, including a minister, have resigned over allegations of corruption involving EU farming subsidies

The Independent UK

Urgent UK Government health warning issued as Salmonella cases linked to cheese

People can die from Salmonella via dehydration or if the bacteria enters the bloodstream, which can lead to sepsis — a life-threatening reaction

The National (Scotland)

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Ancient maize v agribusiness: why Colombia’s ‘seed guardians’ are fighting the use of GM crops

Biotech companies say genetically modified plants give higher yields and reduce pesticide use. But in rural communities, questions are growing over who really benefits – and the threat to native varieties

The Guardian - UK

‘We are perilously close to the point of no return’: climate scientist on Amazon rainforest’s future

Carlos Nobre, who has fought for decades to save the rainforest, says up to 70% of it could be lost if a tipping point is reached

The Guardian - UK

Majority of Texans oppose total THC ban like the one vetoed by Gov. Greg Abbott, poll finds

The statewide survey also found that Texas Republicans are closely divided on the issue.

The Texas Tribune

Fraudster jailed for 3 years over £550K Scottish tea scam

A FRAUDSTER who tricked high-end retailers and hotels into buying fake “Scottish grown tea” has been jailed for more than three years...

The National (Scotland)

Better Than Gold: How Ecuador Cashed In On Surging Cocoa Prices

In Ecuador, farmers who bet on cocoa beans rather than bananas, the country's top agricultural export, are cashing in as a global shortage of the main ingredient in chocolate feeds a price bonanza.

International Business Times

Climate Change Could Cut Crop Yields Up To A Quarter

Climate change is on track to reduce by 11 percent in 2100 the yields that today provide two-thirds of humanity's calories from crops, even taking into account adaptation to a warming world, scientists said Wednesday.

International Business Times

Climate crisis could hit yields of key crops even if farmers adapt, study finds

Production of staple crops projected to fall by as much as 120 calories per person per day for every 1C of heating

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At last, a victory for rivers over megafarms: now councils can’t treat toxic waste as someone else’s problem

We won a high court case against Shropshire council’s plans for a new polluting poultry unit. Now a precedent has been set, says River Action founder Charles Watson

The Guardian - UK

Poultry megafarm in Shropshire halted over river pollution concerns

Planning permission quashed by high court after officials failed to consider impact of spreading manure on land

The Independent UK

Weeds aren't just nuisances, they're messengers. Here's what they can tell you

Although it's tempting to reach for a spray bottle when weeds pop up in your lawn, that shouldn't be your first impulse

The Guardian - UK

Farmers call for UK animal welfare rules to be upheld in Gulf states deal

PM urged to ensure £1.6bn trade agreement does not undermine industry with influx of lower-welfare meat

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After-hours GPs, tax relief pitch in budget reply

A Liberal state government would fund GP clinics to keep their doors open longer, an opposition leader has told parliament in his budget reply speech.

The Guardian - UK

Labour cutting farming budget in England by £100m a year, figures shows

Nature and farmers’ groups cautiously welcome spending review as there were fears Treasury wanted bigger cuts

Evening Standard

Harriet Cowan teases big career move after Clarkson’s Farm

The 24-year-old became a fan favourite after stepping in for Kaleb Cooper on season four of the hit Amazon Prime series

The Guardian - AU

‘How the hell is that fair?’ Australian dairy farmers say milk price offer won’t cover rising costs

Almost half of dairy farmers are battling drought or floods, and feed costs are rising – but the price of milk is lower than it was two years ago

The Independent UK

Removal of hundreds of illegal cattle in the Amazon sparks protests and divides residents

A large-scale federal operation to remove cattle raised illegally in the Chico Mendes Extractive Reserve has triggered intense protests and exposed deep rifts among residents

The Guardian - UK

Saving Britain’s precious habitats from invasive grasses

Letters: Readers respond to an article by George Monbiot

The Guardian - UK

Sheep farming is integral to the Lake District’s heritage

Letters: The public can trust sheep farmers to continue to manage the landscape sensitively, writes Phil Stocker

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