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Extensive farming to qualify as two Eco-Schemes

Extensively stocked farmers have received a boost after the Department of Agriculture confirmed stocking rates below 1.2 LU/ha will qualify as two Eco-Scheme actions under the next CAP.

Irish Independent

USDA getting tougher on salmonella in chicken products

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is proposing new regulations that would force food processors to reduce the amount of salmonella bacteria found in some raw chicken products or risk shutdowns

The Independent UK

Fruit exports to China hit B92bn

Thailand exported over 1 million tonnes of fruit valued at 92 billion baht to China during the first half of this year, according to government spokesman Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana.

Bangkok Post

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Republican-led states sue Department of Agriculture over nondiscrimination school meal guidance

Tennessee Attorney General Herbert Slatery (R), joined by 21 Republican attorneys general, filed a lawsuit on July 26, 2022, in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee that aimed to overturn guidance from the Biden administration and the Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service.…

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Funding for school lunches in jeopardy as GOP officials sue over anti-discrimination rule

More than 20 Republican attorneys general are suing the federal government over a Department of Agriculture programme

The Independent UK

Foot-and-mouth disease is far from Australia's only biosecurity risk — here are the other threats

The threat of a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak is dominating the headlines, but it's not the only risk the nation faces — and some of the others are already here.

ABC News

Richard Hackett: Horticulture sector’s future hangs in the balance — it can blossom or wilt

A new report commissioned by the Department of Agriculture attempts to map a future for the horticulture sector in Ireland.

Irish Independent

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New laws will give State sweeping powers to monitor farmers’ fertiliser use

Farmers can be stripped of the right to buy, hold or spread fertiliser under new laws underpinning the establishment of a national fertiliser database.

Irish Independent

Farmer’s organic licence suspended after non-organic feed was fed to herbivores

A farmer had his organic licence suspended for two years and told to repay all grant aid under the Organic Farm Scheme (OFS).

Irish Independent

Florida hurries to catch fast-spreading snail invasion

New Port Richey (United States) (AFP) - It might not be speedy, but it's big, hungry and fast at reproducing: the giant African snail, a potential health risk to humans, has once again invaded the southern US state of Florida.

AFP

Irish animal feed firm that received waiver on Russian sanctions recorded €4m profits

The Irish arm of the American nutrition company that received two derogations from EU sanctions to import Russian animal feed in May made a profit of nearly €4m in its last financial year.

Irish Independent

D.C. Circuit Makes It More Difficult for New Administrations to Stop "Midnight" Rules

It may now require notice and comment to rescind final rules that were never published in the Federal Register.

Reason

'No talk of forced cull' at DAFM as officials target reduced slaughter age

There is no talk of “a forced cull” in cattle numbers at the Department of Agriculture (DAFM) to reduce emissions, the Joint Oireachtas Agriculture Committee has heard.

Irish Independent

Increased payment rates for organic farmers from next year

Increased payment rates under the Organic Farming Scheme (OFS) have been announced by the Department of Agriculture.

Irish Independent

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Wildfires and high temperatures ravage Europe as warning in Ireland is raised to Status Orange

Thousands of firefighters have been battling blazes in dangerous conditions across southern Europe.

Irish Mirror

Status Orange fire warning issued with people told when not to light the BBQ as Ireland bakes in 32C

The Status Orange warning for possible forest, shrub, gorse and grass fires is valid until 12pm on Wednesday afternoon

Dublin Live

Fire fighters battle bush blaze in Dublin Park amid heatwave warning

The Department of Agriculture have issued a Status Orange, High Forest Fire Risk Warning

Irish Independent

Former Secretary General of the Department of Agriculture appointed Ornua Chairman

Irish dairy cooperative Ornua has announced the election of former Secretary General of the Department of Agriculture Aidan O’ Driscoll as Chair of the Ornua Board of Directors. Aidan replaces Denis Cregan who has retired from the role after a three-year tenure.

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Fallen animal collector paid €1,000 after complaint upheld

A fallen animal collector who complained to the Ombudsman that his business was unfairly impacted by a travel limit in a Department of Agriculture scheme has had his complaint upheld.

The Hindu

Divisional Vigilance Cell for Agricultural Department inaugurated in Mysuru

It will cover 8 districts, check sale of spurious products

The Conversation

Feeding insects to cattle could make meat and milk production more sustainable

The world’s population is growing, and so is the challenge of feeding everyone. Current projections indicate that by 2050, global food demand could increase by 59%-98% above current levels. In particular, there will be increased demand for high-quality protein foods, such as meat and dairy products.

The Conversation

Social Security benefits play key role in preventing older Americans from lacking enough quality food

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Los Angeles Times

One man’s fight to end California’s ban on ferrets

LA MESA, Calif. — Noodle was the first to tumble out of the cage, roused by a series of belly rubs and head scratches.

USAFacts

How do SNAP benefits account for inflation and a global pandemic?

Food assistance benefits are adjusted for inflation on an annual basis, but the rapid rise of inflation puts pressure on recipients.

Irish Independent

All you need to know about the new agri-environment scheme

More details of the next flagship agri-environment scheme that will replace GLAS in 2023 were revealed by the Department of Agriculture last week.

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