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Huge wind farm would be devastating for the island
Thousands of people are opposing plans for a major wind farm off the Isle of Man's coast, claiming it will have a 'devastating' effect on the island's natural beauty. The proposals by Danish energy giant Orsted could see 87 turbines built six to 12…
Iran-induced fertilizer shortage threatens Republicans in farm states ahead of midterms
A looming fertilizer shortage is giving Democrats a new affordability opening in agricultural states ahead of the 2026 midterms. The war in Iran has effectively choked the Strait of Hormuz, a critical passage for not only oil but also chemicals…
Japan's Farms and Buses Struggle to Find Fuel Due to War Disruption
Japan's cities and villages are starting to experience fuel shortages affecting everything from public transport to farming, as disruptions from the Iran war seep deeper into daily life. The import-dependent nation relies on the Middle East for…
I quit my 6-figure banking job and opened a chicken farm in the Philippines
This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Andrew Fletcher, 27, a Canadian banker-turned-chicken farmer based in the Philippines. It has been edited for length and clarity. I came from working in a corporate office in downtown Toronto.
From The Past Pages Of Dawn: 1951: Seventy-five years ago: Cattle farm
KARACHI: The Central Red Sindhi Cattle Breeding Farm at Malir was declared open by the Governor-General of Pakistan, Al haj Khwaja Nazimuddin on Sunday [March 18]…. He also gave away the prizes at the first Pakistan Red Sindhi Cattle show.
'Resilience' the theme for UFU Farm Family Day 2026
The Ulster Farmers' Union (UFU) has hosted its now traditional Northern Ireland Farm Family Day at Stormont. The event, which profiles the economic and social role played by the various farming sectors, was sponsored by Agriculture, Environment and…
UMaine student develops tool to help Maine oyster farms survive winter losses
ORONO — Last summer, Sofia Diaz Flint spent her days working on a Maine oyster farm, hauling cages and tending shellfish that would not reach the market for another year. Seeing firsthand how much farmers depend on their crop surviving the…
Stop 'garbage juice' from turning your trash can into a maggot farm with this $1 fix
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Sweet Tooth Farm owner wants to buy her original garden
An urban farmer who has leased a former Des Moines pocket park for nearly a decade is trying to keep her farm as the city considers selling the land. Why it matters: Monika Owczarski, who runs Sweet Tooth Farm and helps provide homegrown food to…
Things to do this weekend: Spring arrives, along with a hopping farm fest
Springtime Easter Festival begins: Little fuzzy chicks, a colossal Easter basket, and a bevy of sunny games that feel glad-hearted and as fresh as a field of flowers are some of the sweet sights and easygoing pursuits popping up at Underwood Family…
Get fresh food and farming lessons at DC high school farmers market
A farmers market at Anacostia High School is addressing lack of fresh foods and grocery options east of the river. News4's Molette Green talks to the creators of the event and what you can expect there.
First vertical farm inside a U.S. prison to open at a South Carolina women's facility
Columbia prison to debut the first significant vertical farm inside a U.S. correctional facility IT'S 644 IN TIME FOR NEWS TO GO. WE HAVE A LOOK AT TODAY'S TOP NEWS STORIES, YOUR TRAFFIC AND YOUR WEATHER ALL BEFORE YOU HEAD OUT THE DOOR. WE START…
Telangana to promote natural farming in 61,125 acres
With a view to promoting natural farming in the State, the Telangana Government has chalked out a plan to groom over 61,125 farmers in relevant farm management techniques. The Government would develop 489 clusters totalling 61,125 acres across…
Should Every State Have Its Own Farm Bill?
Expand your understanding of food systems as a Civil Eats member. Enjoy unlimited access to our groundbreaking reporting, engage with experts, and connect with a community of changemakers. Early on, she connected with staff at the Rodale Institute…
British Farming Awards 2026 is now open for entries
The UK farming industry is facing some of its toughest challenges in recent memory. From Government policy changes on Inheritance Tax to pressures on land use and environmental regulations, British farmers are under immense strain. However, farmers…
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