Jamaica Food Crisis After Hurricane Melissa
Hurricane Melissa has decimated Jamaica's agricultural heartland, destroying up to 80% of crops and threatening nationwide food shortages as farmers struggle to recover.
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Winemaker's cancer sparks herbicide health warning
A prominent Adelaide Hills winemaker's terminal cancer diagnosis has triggered urgent health warnings about widely-used agricultural chemicals, with experts calling for stricter regulations.
Mississippi firm accused of trafficking Mauritian workers
A US federal lawsuit alleges a Mississippi-based company engaged in human trafficking by bringing workers from Mauritius under false pretences and subjecting them to exploitative conditions in New Orleans hotels.
Uruguay rice workers' health crisis from pesticides
An alarming investigation reveals Uruguayan rice workers are suffering devastating health consequences from pesticide exposure, raising urgent questions about agricultural safety standards.
Labour MP accuses government of betraying British workers
Shadow Minister delivers blistering critique of Conservative employment policies, claiming UK workers are being 'sold down the river' while government prioritises corporate interests over British jobs.
Arctic Blast: Freeze Warning for Texas, Colorado, Kansas, Oklahoma
A severe cold front is sweeping across America's heartland, with potentially damaging frost conditions expected overnight across multiple states. Meteorologists warn of plummeting temperatures that could threaten crops and require urgent protective measur
Home Office faces legal action over NI visa U-turn
The UK Home Office is confronting potential legal challenges after abruptly reversing visa decisions for Indian and Vietnamese workers in Northern Ireland, leaving families in limbo and raising questions about immigration policy consistency.
Clarkson's Pig Breeding Nightmare Filmed for Prime Video
Jeremy Clarkson faces agricultural agony as his pig breeding venture at Diddly Squat Farm descends into chaos, with filming capturing every disastrous moment for his Prime Video series.
Countryfile farm battles inheritance tax that could force sale
A beloved family farm featured on BBC's Countryfile battles devastating inheritance tax rules that threaten to break up generations of farming heritage.
Germany recruits thousands of Romanian workers in Munich drive
Germany launches unprecedented recruitment campaign in Romania, aiming to fill thousands of skilled positions amid severe labour shortages across key industries.
100% of UK homes contaminated with pesticides
Groundbreaking research exposes how pesticide exposure is unavoidable in modern life, with every participant in a UK study testing positive for multiple agricultural chemicals.
Northern Ireland Food Recall Over Pesticide Contamination
A major agricultural emergency has unfolded in Northern Ireland as pesticide contamination forces the recall of multiple food products, with urgent cross-border cooperation underway between Belfast and Dublin authorities.
US Senate Passes Landmark Essential Workers Bill
In a historic move, the US Senate has approved the Essential Workers Bill, granting new protections and benefits to frontline employees who kept America running during the pandemic. Discover how this legislation will transform workers' rights.
Amazon accused of discriminating against pregnant, disabled workers
The online retail giant Amazon is confronting serious legal allegations of systemic discrimination against pregnant and disabled warehouse employees at its New Jersey facilities, with federal investigators uncovering troubling workplace practices.
Fair Work Agency risks failure without proper funding
The UK's groundbreaking Fair Work Agency, designed to protect vulnerable workers from exploitation, faces collapse without adequate resources and staffing, according to a damning report from the Work Foundation.
Trump snaps at reporter over Argentine beef question
Donald Trump snapped at a journalist who questioned how his purchase of Argentine beef would impact American farmers, delivering a heated response about the country 'dying' during a press conference.
Floydada: America's Unlikely Pumpkin Capital
Discover how a small Texas town transformed into America's pumpkin powerhouse, producing millions of pumpkins annually and creating an agricultural phenomenon in the heart of the Panhandle.
Potato harvest reveals centuries of hidden rural history
A simple harvest reveals centuries of secrets as potatoes emerge from English soil carrying fragments of pottery, clay pipes, and forgotten memories of rural life.
Workers file £3.5bn lawsuit as shares crash
Thousands of former employees file massive lawsuit against corporate bosses after being made redundant while executives cashed in lucrative bonuses, causing company shares to crash dramatically.
Judge blocks Trump's unpaid worker recall during shutdown
A California federal judge delivers a major blow to the Trump administration, blocking their controversial move to recall federal employees without pay during the government shutdown.
Charity workers face 'abhorrent' abuse epidemic in UK
Shocking new report reveals charity staff across Britain are experiencing unprecedented levels of violence and threats, prompting demands for immediate government action to safeguard frontline workers.
DUP MP's farm payments spark Stormont scrutiny
Democratic Unionist Party MP Gavin Robinson faces questions after receiving agricultural subsidies while serving as an MP, highlighting tensions between Westminster roles and Stormont interests.
Youth unemployment crisis deepens in UK job market
New analysis reveals young Britons face the worst employment prospects in decades, with rising joblessness and stagnant wages creating a perfect storm for Generation Z.
Krone halts US exports over hidden tariffs
German agricultural machinery manufacturer Krone suspends all US exports, blaming complex 'hidden tariffs' that make American market unprofitable despite strong demand.
MPs target TikTok over UK 'union-busting' claims
Cross-party politicians demand investigation into TikTok's alleged suppression of workers' rights and union recognition efforts at their UK offices.
Charity demands 'Thank Your Bin Workers Week'
A leading UK charity is campaigning for an annual celebration week to recognise the vital work of refuse collectors and street cleaners who keep our communities clean.
Adam Henson's emotional farming crisis revelation
BBC Countryfile presenter Adam Henson opens up about devastating farm challenges and the emotional toll of running his Cotswolds farm amid industry pressures.
George Clooney's farming drama reveals dramatic transformation
Exclusive behind-the-scenes look at George Clooney's latest film where he trades red carpets for rural landscapes in a gripping new drama set on a struggling British farm.
Swiss Alpine Meadows Lose 60% of Plant Species
Groundbreaking research exposes how intensive farming is devastating Switzerland's iconic grassland ecosystems, with nearly 60% of plant species disappearing from some areas.
Philippines halts worker deployments to Israel
Manila takes decisive action to protect overseas workers as Middle East tensions reach boiling point, suspending all new deployments to Israel.
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