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Farmers Blast Rural Speed Limit Cuts to 70km/h

Australian farmers condemn government proposal to slash rural speed limits to 70km/h, calling it 'extraordinary nonsense' that will delay food supplies without fixing road safety.

Korean farmers sue power firm over climate damage

Five South Korean growers are taking legal action against the state power utility, alleging its fossil fuel reliance has accelerated climate change and ruined their harvests. Discover the implications for renewable energy policy.

Brazil's farmers battle 'green desert' of eucalyptus

In Brazil's Bahia state, local communities are fighting back against vast eucalyptus plantations that have created ecological dead zones, threatening water supplies and traditional livelihoods.

Young farmer's suicide after bullying from friends

A promising 21-year-old farmer's life ended in tragedy after suffering sustained bullying from people he considered friends, leaving his family devastated and raising serious questions about rural mental health support.

Third of UK farmers made no profit last year

Shocking new report reveals nearly a third of UK farmers operated at break-even or loss in the past year, threatening the future of British agriculture and food security.

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.

Farmers' Almanac predicts snowy Thanksgiving, harsh winter

The iconic Farmers' Almanac forecasts a winter of extremes with significant snowfall predicted for Thanksgiving across many regions. Discover their long-range weather predictions and what Britons should expect from the coming cold season.

Wolf packs return to Europe after near extinction

Europe's wolf population has made a remarkable comeback from near extinction, but their expanding territories are creating fresh conflicts with farmers and sparking political debates across the continent.

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.

Farmers Paid to Host Lynx and Beavers in Rewilding Scheme

Exclusive: Landowners could receive public money to reintroduce apex predators and ecosystem engineers like lynx and beavers to English countryside under government-backed rewilding proposals aimed at biodiversity boost.

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.

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.

Minns blocks scrutiny of controversial hunting bill

NSW Opposition accuses Premier Chris Minns of dodging democratic process after he voted against establishing a committee to examine the Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party's contentious hunting legislation.

California Ranchers Fight Environmentalists in Point Reyes Clash

A fierce battle is raging in California's Point Reyes National Seashore, pitting multi-generational dairy and cattle ranchers against powerful environmental groups. The conflict centres on a contentious plan to extend agricultural leases for 20 years, rai

UK Winter Forecast: Bitter Cold and Heavy Snow Predicted

The iconic Old Farmer's Almanac has released its winter forecast, predicting a season of unusually cold temperatures, significant snowfall, and powerful storms for the United Kingdom, urging Britons to prepare for a harsh season ahead.

Albanese Confronted by Angry Farmers in Canberra Protest

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faced a fiery reception at the National Farmers' Federation summit in Canberra, as protesters stormed the event decrying government policies on water, renewable energy, and foreign acquisition of farmland.

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