Farmers
Iowa hog farmers, led by Rep. Randy Feenstra (R-Hull), are expressing concerns about the economic impacts of California's Proposition 12, a mandate that requires more space for pregnant pigs in farms, leading to increased costs and potentially lower pork prices for families. The proposal is seen as a
Agriculture
The U.S. House Committee on Agriculture held a hearing to discuss the implications of California's Proposition 12, a law stipulating the living conditions of certain livestock. The law, which took effect in 2024, requires meat sold in California to comply with state animal confinement regulations, even if
Agriculture
The Maharashtra State Government has made a notable move by allocating 72 acres of government pasture land to establish a new Veterinary Degree College and livestock farm in Parli Vaijnath, Beed district. This initiative was spearheaded by Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule, who aims to bolster animal husbandry and agricultural development
Agriculture
The Recker Family of Delaware County has been recognized for their outstanding livestock care, conservation, and community mentorship with the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award. The award, presented by Iowa Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Grant Menke on behalf of Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig, acknowledges the family's dedication
Farmers
The Farm Safety Week campaign, led by the Farm Safety Foundation (Yellow Wellies), brings together over 400 farming and rural organizations across five countries to raise awareness and promote change. Despite recognition of dangers and some safety improvements, statistics indicate a dire need for more action. Key figures like UFU
Agriculture
In the drought-prone Lupane District, an innovative agricultural revolution is underway, driven by Lupane State University's Dryland Agro-Innovation and Industrial Park. The university is partnering with local farmers to disseminate climate-smart farming technologies, improved livestock breeds, and commercial crop production methods, transforming rural livelihoods and bolstering the region&
Agriculture
A family in County Tyrone, Northern Ireland, has turned their sheep farm into a thriving ice cream business, Betty's Ice Cream. The Boyds - Trevor, Barbara, and their daughter Bethany - came up with the idea for Betty's Ice Cream during the Covid-19 pandemic. They converted
Farmers
The European Union has granted Greece EUR 101 million from the EU Solidarity Fund (EUSF) to cover the costs of emergency and recovery operations in response to the disaster caused by the storm 'Daniel'. Greece has received additional support, with EUR 43 million in emergency financial aid provided
Farmers
A recent study published in the Andalasian International Journal of Agricultural and Natural Sciences has highlighted the importance of Agricultural Extension Officers in livestock farmer groups receiving government assistance in Padang City, West Sumatra. The investigation, conducted by researchers at Universitas Andalas, aimed to identify the qualifications and describe the
Agriculture
The Burkinabé military has redeveloped 7 hectares of land at Camp Ouezzin Coulibaly as part of the Presidential Initiative for Agricultural Production and Food Self-Sufficiency. The site, which was created with the support of the National Office of Major Projects of Burkina (BN-GPB), includes two components: agriculture and livestock farming.
Farmers
Powys cattle farmer Alastair Meikle has been ordered to pay £3,456 in court fines after being found guilty of repeatedly refusing to test his cattle for Bovine Tuberculosis (TB) and obstructing animal health inspectors. Meikle's actions, which spanned a two-year period from 2022 to 2024, were described
Agriculture
Huating City, a small urban area in Gansu Province, China, has made significant strides in enhancing animal product quality and safety through strict implementation of quarantine procedures, full-chain supervision, and risk monitoring. Since the beginning of the year, the Huating City Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Bureau has been focused on
