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A dramatic scene unfolded on US 20 in Steuben County, Indiana, when 55 cattle became trapped in a semitractor's trailer after a rollover crash. Fortunately, a group of local farmers arrived quickly to assist in the rescue, though sadly, some cattle did not survive. Key Takeaways: * The crash
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Three western district farmers in Victoria organized the first-ever Fat Farmers Feast, an event that brought together 80 farmers and community locals to alleviate stress caused by the drought. The event, hosted by James Cusack, Skipton, Stuart Sealy, Smythesdale, and Mark Henry, Haddon, was conceptualized by Cusack just over a
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Tanzania's Kilimanjaro and Tanga regions, major fruit-producing areas, are poised to experience improved crop yields and reduced dependence on chemical pesticides, thanks to a new initiative promoting Integrated Pest Management (IPM) technologies. The 'Fruit Tree Agro-Ecological-Based IPM' project, implemented by the Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute (TARI)
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High-density apple farming is revolutionizing the economy of the Kashmir valley, transforming the lives of thousands of farmers with its promise of faster returns and better produce. Traditionally, apple farming in Kashmir was a laborious and unpredictable process that left farmers struggling to make ends meet. However, with the advent
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Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has vowed to get to the bottom of a scheme of fraudulent EU subsidy claims that has revealed the country's "state's inadequacy" in dealing with corruption. The scandal, which has prompted the resignation of five senior government officials, including
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Coffee farmers from Kirinyaga County have expressed strong opposition to a directive issued by the Ministry of Cooperatives to pay farmers directly through the Direct Settlement Systems (DSS) rather than through their co-operative societies. The farmers argue that this move will make it difficult for them to consolidate money to
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Researchers from Pontifical Catholic University in Chile have conducted a study on the impact of climate change on agricultural production, focusing on farmer adaptation strategies in response to water scarcity. The study examined the behavior of 235 farmers in Central Chile who have been facing a prolonged period of water
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Barwon Water is increasing its assistance to farmers affected by the ongoing drought by offering untreated and recycled water from its treatment plants. The move aims to provide relief to those struggling with the economic and social impacts of low rainfall. The water can be used for a range of
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Locals, feedlotters, and Central Gippsland restockers turned out in force to restock at the East Gippsland Livestock Exchange, driving prices up for lighter cattle by $20-$30 a head. The sale saw a solid turnout of 1200 head, with most categories selling firm, except for the heifer portion which showed
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At a recent review meeting with scientists of the Indian Institute of Vegetable Research (IIVR) in Varanasi, Union minister of agriculture and farmers welfare and rural development, Shivraj Singh Chauhan, stressed the importance of advancing the Developed Agriculture Resolution campaign and accelerating communication with farmers. Chauhan commended the nationwide success
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The "big four" supermarkets are under pressure from British farmers and politicians over their decision to sell imported beef and lamb alongside domestic produce, despite making commitments to support domestic farmers. The move has been met with criticism, as imports of lamb from Australia and New Zealand rose
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A recent workshop in West Pokot County, Kenya, convened by the Department of Agriculture and Livestock in collaboration with Hand in Hand, has provided a crucial boost to local farmers. The event aimed to sensitize farmers on best practices in poultry keeping, amidst growing concerns about climate change. Hand in
