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Country diary: Even in a heatwave, haymaking is a race against time

Inkpen, Berkshire: Mow, tedder, rake and bale – it all has to be done before the next rainfall, which is increasingly hard to predict

The Guardian - UK · Jun 26

German proverb of the day: 'The stupidest farmers have the biggest potatoes' — a witty reminder that success doesn't always go to the smartest people

A German proverb states, 'The stupidest farmers have the biggest potatoes,' shedding light on the unexpected nature of success. This saying emphasizes that luck and other external factors often play a crucial role in determining outcomes—particularly in unpredictable areas like agriculture. Its relevance extends beyond farming to business and social…

The Times of India · Jun 25

Your Backyard Chickens Could Make Your Child Seriously Ill, CDC Warns Families

513 people in 42 states have been sickened in Salmonella outbreaks linked to backyard poultry in 2026. Over 25% are under age 5. Here's what the CDC says families need to do.

Medical Daily · Jun 25

Farmers criticise government plan to counter threats to UK food security

Plan warns climate crisis will lead to food price shocks and shortages but farmers say it fails to adequately fund response

The Guardian - UK · Jun 24

A toxic weedkiller stays on Australian farms after a 30-year review, because paraquat is cheap, effective and hard to replace, but the decision leaves a bigger question about how long farmers can depend on it

Australia's top pesticide regulator has maintained paraquat on the market despite global bans, citing its crucial role in no-till farming which preserves soil and cuts costs. While new safety measures aim to reduce exposure risks, critics highlight studies linking the herbicide to Parkinson's disease. This decision sparks debate over economic…

The Times of India · Jun 24

Roadmap outlined to give farmers confidence ‘beyond next harvest’, minister says

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The Independent UK · Jun 24

Farm workers at higher risk amid screwworm outbreak in US south-west

Those who work with animals are at greater risk for infection, but face challenges in accessing healthcare

The Guardian - US · Jun 24

Australia on alert as H5 bird flu detected in migratory seabirds

Australia faces a new biosecurity threat with the detection of the highly pathogenic H5 bird flu strain in migratory seabirds, ending years of being free from the global H5N1 impact. Increased surveillance is underway across wild birds and poultry farms. While no human infections have been reported, conservation experts warn…

The Times of India · Jun 24

H5 bird flu detected in second Australia state

SYDNEY - Scientists have detected the highly contagious H5 bird flu strain in a second Australian state, the nation's agriculture minister said on Wednesday.

Bangkok Post · Jun 24

Trying to Eat More Protein? This 10 Minute Breakfast Might Be the Answer

If you're trying to eat more protein, you're not alone. From fitness enthusiasts to busy professionals, more people are paying attention to what goes on their breakfast plate. The challenge, however, is finding something that is quick, healthy, and genuinely satisfying. Most mornings are rushed, and preparing a protein rich…

MyLifeXP · Jun 23