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Agriculture secretary oversees food production, rural life, and nutrition programs that help millions afford healthy diets

Two years after President Abraham Lincoln created the Department of Agriculture in 1862, he nicknamed it “the people’s department” because half of all Americans lived on farms at that time. Today, fewer than 2% of Americans farm, but the Agriculture Department still touches people’s lives in many ways.

The Conversation

Regeneratively farmed is the new buzz label on supermarket shelves – but what does it actually mean?

Have you noticed “regenerative” popping up on food labels or in marketing ads? It sounds promising – farming that heals the soil and helps stop climate change. So, what does it actually mean? Will this label make any real difference?

The Conversation

Cheap loans for farmers under green bank scheme

Low-cost loans will be made available to landowners planting native vegetation to sequester carbon in a win-win for farmers and the climate.

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Why food prices are rising at the fastest pace in more than a year

The price of bacon, eggs, cereal, sugar and chocolate continues to rise

The Independent UK

J&K: Mushroom cultivation to embrace women substantial income in Reasi

Mushroom cultivation is the process of growing mushrooms using a variety of waste materials and techniques. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Bird flu found in a Georgia commercial flock for the 1st time amid the nationwide outbreak

Bird flu has been detected in a Georgia commercial poultry flock for the first time since a countrywide outbreak in 2022

The Independent UK

Farmers Protest: Centre to hold meeting with farmers on Feb 14

The Central Government has invited the protesting farmers for a meeting which will be held on February 14 in Chandigarh to discuss their demands, a senior official said. Read further on Dynamite News:

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In suburban Ballarat, my family is harvesting canola, trading tips on tractors – and gaining sympathy for farmers

Farming Simulator, a video game popular with farmers and fakers alike, has taken over my house. But will it translate to better understanding of agriculture?

The Guardian - AU

‘All hands on deck’: Bird flu in US poultry puts state cooperation to the test

Unusually late migration season means poultry operations may continue to see H5N1 outbreaks, officials say

The Guardian - US

U.S. Farm Groups Rally Behind Nominee For Agriculture Secretary

400+ U.S. farm groups support Brooke Rollins' USDA nomination for her advocacy for rural America and agriculture sector.

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MSPs warn of ‘lack of progress’ on reforms for salmon farming industry

There has been a “lack of progress” from the Scottish Government in implementing reforms recommended for the salmon farming industry, MSPs have…

The National (Scotland)

One in 10 grapes grown sustainably as winery goes green

Consumer appetite for sustainable wine has prompted Australia's largest family-owned winery to bolster its environmental credentials.

AAP

Get nature-friendly farming ‘right’ to meet legal green goals, watchdog warns

Progress to improve the environment slowed under the last government and Labour is not yet doing enough to get back on track, a watchdog said.

Evening Standard

New discoveries in vegetable farming

"This initiative has gained the attention of international farmers and researchers"

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Chicken poo a factor in housing moratoriums, MPs told

Agricultural pollution in rivers has led to a halt on housing in areas along the border between England and Wales.

Latin Times

Expert Blames Bird Flu for Egg Shortage and Price Hikes, Estimates How Many Months Market Will Take to Recover

The recent outbreak of avian influenza is to blame for the shortage of eggs which experts say may not be resolved for months.

Evening Standard

Government seeks to reassure farmers amid foot-and-mouth outbreak in Germany

The import of cattle, pigs and sheep from the country has been banned after the disease was found in a herd of water buffalo.

The Guardian - UK

‘What joy! What damn joy!’: vanilla boom transforms fortunes of Colombia’s farmers

In El Valle, the world’s second-most expensive spice is not just providing an economic lifeline but also helping to preserve rich biodiversity

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The National (Scotland)

Chief Vet says Scotland can ‘avoid’ foot and mouth after case found in Germany

SCOTLAND'S Chief Veterinary Officer has insisted a new outbreak of foot and mouth disease can be avoided – although she stressed she understood…

Evening Standard

Britain bans import of fresh bratwurst (and cattle and pigs) from Germany to stop foot and mouth outbreak

The restriction also applies to products from these animals

The Guardian - AU

‘Down but not out’: Queensland farmers end 11-year legal fight against New Acland coalmine expansion

Oakey Coal Action Alliance says it will still oppose ‘inappropriate’ mining after abandoning court appeal to stop New Hope Group’s project

The Conversation

Fertile land for growing vegetables is at risk — but a scientific discovery could turn the tide

A large proportion of the vegetables consumed in Québec are grown in the Montérégie region in what are known as organic soils. Highly fertile and rich in organic matter, these soils are particularly well suited to vegetable production.

The Texas Tribune

Mexican cattle banned from Texas due to screwworm threat

Since cattle imports were cut off in November, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller and some ranchers worry about the ban’s economic impact on beef producers and consumers.

The Guardian - AU

Falsely labelled ‘organic’ products rife on Australian shelves, shoppers warned

Organic farmers sound alarm about greenwashing amid push to introduce national domestic standard

The National (Scotland)

Protection zone established in Scottish town amid bird flu outbreak

A PROTECTION zone has been established following a bird flu outbreak in Angus, Scotland’s Chief Veterinary Officer has said.

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