Foreign pumpkins threaten UK Halloween tradition
A Kent pumpkin farmer reveals how foreign imports are squeezing British growers out of business, threatening local Halloween traditions and raising food security concerns.
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Climate Change Threatens $3.8 Trillion in Farming Losses
New World Bank analysis reveals climate change could devastate global agriculture, with Africa facing 30% crop losses and wealthy nations not immune to food price shocks.
Super Typhoon Ragasa Aftermath: Philippines Devastation
Exclusive aerial footage shows catastrophic damage across Philippine communities as Super Typhoon Ragasa leaves trail of destruction, with rescue operations underway.
Afro-Descendant Food Forests Revolutionise Farming
A groundbreaking Guardian report reveals how ancestral Afro-descendant practices in Latin America are creating biodiverse 'food forests' that combat climate change and enhance food security, offering a powerful model for sustainable agriculture.
UK Autumn Harvest Under Threat from Severe Weather
The National Trust warns of a compromised autumn harvest and damaged landscapes as relentless rain and strong winds create treacherous conditions for farmers and gardeners across the UK.
Universal Orlando fined $5k over child's theme park injury
Universal Orlando Resort has been fined $5,000 by Florida's Department of Agriculture after a young child was injured on a theme park ride. The incident involved a door closure mechanism, sparking renewed safety discussions.
Northern Ireland Powers Up Using Its Peatlands
A groundbreaking initiative in Northern Ireland is turning degraded peatlands into a source of renewable energy, tackling emissions and creating a sustainable model for agriculture and climate action.
Cowgirl Revolution: Women Transforming American Ranching
Meet the pioneering women reshaping the iconic but fading tradition of cattle ranching in the American West. From financial innovation to sustainable practices, female ranchers are forging a new future for this rugged industry.
Greece bans sheep movement after sheeppox outbreak
Greek authorities have declared a temporary nationwide ban on the movement of sheep and goats after a severe outbreak of sheeppox, a highly contagious viral disease, was detected on the island of Lesvos.
1925 Diary Reveals Herdwick Sheep's Amazing Homing Instinct
A fascinating rediscovery of a 1925 Country Diary reveals the astonishing homing ability of Herdwick sheep, a legendary trait deeply woven into the fabric of the Lake District.
Disaster Survivors Face Dual Trauma and PTSD Crisis
Exclusive: Survivors of Puerto Rico's earthquakes and Hawaii's Maui wildfires face severe PTSD and mental health crises, with experts warning of long-term psychological devastation.
UK's Best Animal Science & Agriculture Unis for 2025
Exclusive 2025 league table ranks UK universities for Animal Science and Agriculture. Discover which institutions lead in teaching quality, graduate prospects, and student satisfaction in this vital sector.
Spider Venom Deployed Against QLD Locust Plague
In a world-first, Queensland scientists and farmers are using synthetic spider venom to combat a devastating locust swarm, offering a revolutionary and eco-friendly alternative to traditional pesticides.
Invasive Insect Swarms Detected on US Weather Radar
Massive swarms of the invasive Spotted Lanternfly are appearing on weather radar systems along America's East Coast, raising serious biosecurity and agricultural concerns as the species rapidly expands its territory.
Bali Flood Disaster: Nine Dead, Australians Trapped
Exclusive report from Bali as catastrophic flooding claims nine lives, leaving Australian holidaymakers stranded amidst devastating landslides and submerged streets. Eyewitness accounts reveal the terror.
MPs Wear Wheat Badges in PMQs Farming Protest
MPs across the House of Commons united in wearing wheat sheaf badges during PMQs to highlight the severe challenges facing British farmers and to demand government action.
Kaleb Cooper's Stark Warning Over UK Farming Crisis
'Clarkson's Farm' breakout star Kaleb Cooper delivers an urgent warning about the dire state of British agriculture, citing crippling weather and financial pressures pushing farmers to the brink.
French Farmers Blockade Highways and Ports in Major Protest
French farmers intensify protests, blockading major roads and the key port of Saint-Nazaire in a dramatic stand against EU regulations and rising costs, causing widespread disruption.
Ohio farm's viral apple theft video sparks internet firestorm
An Ohio fruit farm's TikTok video capturing a family stealing apples has gone viral, sparking a fierce debate about theft, farm livelihoods, and public shaming.
M&S Boss Demands Law for British Produce in Supermarkets
Alex Freudmann, Managing Director of M&S Food, calls on the next government to set concrete, mandatory targets for stocking British produce in supermarkets, arguing it's vital for the nation's food security, farming future, and economic resilience.
Australia's Climate and Disaster Preparedness Overhaul
Exclusive interview with Federal Emergency Management Minister Kristy McBain on Australia's ambitious new climate targets and the critical reforms to national disaster preparedness.
Pakistan Floods: 50,000+ Forced to Flee Homes in Punjab
Emergency declared in Pakistan's Punjab province as catastrophic flooding displaces over 50,000 residents. Authorities race against time with rescue operations amid destroyed infrastructure and widespread devastation.
Congo Floods: Over 200 Dead in Catastrophic Landslides
Devastating floods and landslides in eastern Congo have resulted in a tragic loss of life, with scores injured and critical infrastructure destroyed. International aid efforts are mobilising.
Jeremy Clarkson's farm hit by devastating bovine TB outbreak
Jeremy Clarkson's Cotswolds farm faces a devastating bovine tuberculosis outbreak, leading to the slaughter of beloved cows and reigniting the fierce badger cull debate.
Farmer's £100k Harvester Destroyed in Suspected Racist Arson
A Lincolnshire farming family faces ruin after a devastating arson attack destroyed their £100,000 potato harvester. Police are investigating a potential racist motive behind the blaze, which targeted Filipino seasonal workers.
Sudan Landslide Kills 1,000; One Sole Survivor Found
A devastating landslide has obliterated an entire village in southern Sudan, claiming an estimated 1,000 lives. A lone survivor has been found as rescue efforts face immense challenges in the remote region.
Lavender Farming Blooms in the Lake District
Discover how a historic Cumbrian farm is pioneering a fragrant new future for Lake District agriculture, transforming its fields with sustainable lavender cultivation.
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