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Fourth case of deadly flu detected in migratory seabird

CSIRO testing has confirmed a fourth case of deadly H5N1 bird flu in a giant petrel found on Western Australia's southern coast.

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Delayed sugar payments to be probed

Industry Minister Varawut Silpa-archa says he will look into delays in financial aid for sugar cane farmers joining the government's campaign to cut fresh cane and curb haze from burning.

Bangkok Post

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

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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

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

From Michoacán to Your Table: Mexico Banks a Record 40% of Global Avocado Trade

Mexico controls 40% of global avocado exports and earned nearly $4 billion in 2025 — while shipping fewer tons than in 2023. The story behind "less fruit, more dollars" is one of market power, cultural pride, and real tension on the ground.

Latin Times

Farmers act early to stay a step ahead of highly infectious H5N1 bird flu

Farmers brace for bird flu outbreak after first cases confirmed

Newcastle Herald

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Food supply resilience in the age of global crises starts with women farmers

COMMENT: Investing in, equipping and empowering women farmers can have significant ripple effects for productivity, food security and climate and environmental resilience, writes Surita Sandosham

The Independent UK

Industry groups act on shrimp prices

The Thai Chamber of Commerce (TCC) and the Thai Frozen Foods Association began direct purchases of shrimp from farmers on Wednesday to mitigate the effects of Malaysia's suspension of Thai shrimp imports.

Bangkok Post

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

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

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

The Independent UK

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

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…

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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.

MyLifeXP

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…

International Business Times

Goldman Sachs Flags Three Major Threats To Southeast Asia's Food Supply

Food supply pressures in Southeast Asia are drawing renewed attention as higher energy prices linked to the Iran war, rising fertilizer costs and concerns surrounding El Niño add strain to agricultural markets across the region.

The Guardian - AU

A weedkiller banned in 70 countries can be used in Australia. Are the regulatory scales tipped in favour of big agriculture?

Herbicide manufacturer had reservations dating back to 1970s about paraquat but regulator says tighter controls, including phasing out backpack sprayers, can protect workers

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Fertiliser prices set to fall as Mideast shipments resume

The price of fertilisers is trending downwards, with shipments from the Middle East currently en route to Thailand, says the Commerce Minister.

Radio France Internationale

'Poison in your coffee' report sounds alarm over widespread pesticide use

Coffee production around the world depends heavily on pesticides, leaving millions of farm workers exposed to harmful chemicals while pesticide residues are also found in exported coffee beans, a report published on Monday warned.

The Guardian - AU

Afternoon Update: poultry farms lock down over bird flu fears; Steggall expected to launch teal party; and brave bare-bum swimmers

Ingham’s announces ‘complete lockdown’ as a second case of bird flu in wild birds has been discovered in Western Australia

The Guardian - AU

Western Australian poultry farms locked down as second wild bird dies from H5N1 bird flu

Poultry producer Ingham’s announces move, as a brown skua and a giant petrel the first confirmed H5 cases on Australia’s mainland

The Guardian - UK

‘Slug sleuth’ farmers in England help develop prediction tool to cut back on pesticide use

Maps created as part of Defra-funded Slimers project allowed test growers to halve amount of slug pellets used

Tom’s Guide

Why are my homegrown tomatoes not tasty enough? 3 essential tips from the experts

If you’re wondering why your homegrown tomatoes are not flavorful and tasty, experts reveal the reasons why and how to fix it.

The Times of India

He wrote a letter to a farmer at 10 asking for work experience, now 13 years later he's helping run the business: Meet Jack Ancell

When Jack Ancell was just 10 years old, he wrote a letter to a local farmer asking for work experience, hoping to turn his childhood fascination with farming into something more. Although he was initially told he was too young and warned that farms could be dangerous places, his determination…

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