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.
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Kaleb Cooper lands Prime Video farming show
Jeremy Clarkson's farming protégé Kaleb Cooper lands his own Prime Video series, taking viewers deeper into the world of British agriculture with his trademark humour and no-nonsense approach.
River Wye faces legal action over pollution crisis
Environmental campaigners launch legal action against government agencies over failure to protect River Wye from agricultural pollution and ecological decline.
Thailand's Water Buffalo Beauty Pageant Crowns Winners
Forget catwalks - it's all about the mud walks! Discover how Thai farmers are celebrating their prized water buffalo in a unique beauty contest that honours agricultural heritage and champions conservation.
Texas Balloon Crash: Agents Scramble Over Space Crops
Federal agents race to remote Texas field after experimental balloon carrying mysterious space crops crashes in dramatic incident raising national security concerns
Modern Slavery Allegations Rock Portugal's Wine Industry
An explosive investigation reveals migrant workers facing exploitation in Portugal's prestigious Alentejo wine region, with reports of squalid conditions and withheld pay threatening the industry's reputation.
California corn mazes destroyed by extreme weather
Severe flooding devastates California's beloved corn mazes, putting autumn festivities and family traditions at risk as farmers face unprecedented challenges.
Clarkson's Farm Season 5 Confirmed by Amazon Prime
Diddly Squash Farm returns as Amazon Prime Video confirms Clarkson's Farm season 5 is officially in production, bringing more agricultural adventures and hilarious mishaps to screens worldwide.
Ancient Space Impact Evidence Found in Greenland Ice
Groundbreaking research reveals compelling new evidence that a massive asteroid or comet impact may have destabilised Greenland's ice sheet at the end of the last ice age, challenging long-held climate theories.
Deadly Beetle Larvae Found in Baby Nappies Sparks Crisis
Australian authorities issue a major biosecurity warning after discovering destructive Khapra beetle larvae in baby nappy products. The invasive species poses a severe threat to agriculture and stored food supplies.
Evidence Grows for Comet That Wiped Out Ancient Civilization
Groundbreaking geological research from the US points to a cosmic catastrophe that may have obliterated a lost human society and triggered a mini-Ice Age, rewriting our understanding of prehistoric history.
Police dismantle £3m rural crime gang in dramatic raids
Exclusive: Wiltshire Police dismantle a sophisticated organised crime group behind a massive wave of agricultural and construction equipment thefts across the South West, making multiple arrests in a major operation.
UK Farmer Killed in Horrific Grain Auger Accident
A UK farming community is in shock after a 55-year-old farmer was killed in a horrific accident involving a grain auger. The tragic incident serves as a stark safety warning.
Queensland's Mine Rehabilitation Crisis: Who Pays the Bill?
Exclusive investigation reveals Queensland's ticking time bomb as mining giants leave taxpayers facing billions in rehabilitation costs for derelict sites, with prime agricultural land at stake.
French Farmers' Fury: Tractors Paralyse Paris in Mass Protest
French cities grind to a halt as furious farmers blockade roads with tractors in a massive protest against EU regulations and rising costs, igniting a major crisis for President Macron.
John Deere Warns of Tractor Price Hikes from US Tariffs
John Deere's CEO has issued a stark warning that the cost of its iconic green tractors is set to rise significantly for British farmers, citing new US tariffs on Chinese manufacturing imports as the primary driver.
Arizona Town Sinks as Megafarms Drain Ancient Aquifers
Exclusive investigation reveals how industrial-scale agriculture in Arizona's desert is depleting ancient aquifers, causing the town of Wenden to sink and forcing residents to drill ever-deeper wells in a desperate battle for water.
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
Punjab Farmers Devastated By Worst Floods in 30 Years
Northern India's agricultural heartland faces an unprecedented catastrophe as catastrophic flooding submerges villages and destroys livelihoods, marking the region's worst deluge in three decades.
California Plans Farmland Redistribution from White Owners to Minorities
Governor Gavin Newsom proposes controversial legislation to redistribute agricultural land from white owners to minority groups, igniting fierce debate over reparations and property rights in California.
Iowa's Agricultural Pollution Creates Water Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how Iowa's agricultural runoff, mirroring UK environmental concerns, is creating a toxic tide of pollution, devastating waterways and posing serious public health risks.
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.
New Brexit export licences threaten UK food industry
UK food and agricultural exporters face a fresh Brexit blow as new EU licence requirements threaten to cripple small businesses with costly delays and complex paperwork, industry leaders warn.
UK Agriculture Students Share Their Experiences and Challenges
Exclusive insights from UK agriculture students reveal a sector at a crossroads. Discover the challenges, innovations, and future of British farming from those training to feed the nation.
Clarkson's Farm Sparks UK Agricultural College Boom
Jeremy Clarkson's hit Amazon series 'Clarkson's Farm' has inspired a new generation of farmers, with new data showing a huge rise in applications to agricultural colleges across the UK.
Mauritius oil spill sparks female farming revolution
How an ecological disaster off the coast of Mauritius empowered a generation of women to transform the island's agricultural landscape and achieve food self-sufficiency.
Riverford's Guy Singh-Watson: Britain's Most Honest Farmer
Riverford Organic Farmers' founder Guy Singh-Watson delivers a raw, unfiltered account of the UK's agricultural turmoil, government failings, and the urgent need for sustainable food system reform.
Reeves meets farmers over inheritance tax worries
Chancellor Rachel Reeves held talks with the National Farmers' Union to address concerns over potential inheritance tax reforms affecting UK agriculture.
Farmers grow crops in UK cemeteries for extra cash
British farmers are leasing cemetery plots to grow crops in a bizarre yet profitable new trend. Discover how this unconventional method is helping them stay afloat amid rising costs.
60 nations react to Trump's new tariffs
More than 60 countries are scrambling to respond to Donald Trump's latest tariffs, sparking fears of a global trade war and economic instability.
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