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Political blame game follows as screwworm parasite threatens cattle in Texas

The return of the screwworm parasite to the U.S. has some politicians trying to figure out who to blame

The Independent UK · Jun 11

The Gardening Mistake That Can Ruin an Entire Harvest Overnight

A garden can look perfectly calm in the evening and turn into a disaster by morning. One overlooked mistake often triggers sudden crop loss that leaves gardeners frustrated and confused. Many plants collapse overnight because conditions shift faster than most people expect. Small decisions made late in the day can…

Frugal Gardening · Jun 11

PM Modi draws attention to concerns arising from El Nino at NITI Aayog meeting

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the NITI Aayog Governing Council, urging states to champion water conservation and organic farming. He emphasized self-reliance and attracting investments, particularly in defence manufacturing and emerging sectors like AI. The meeting also focused on empowering youth and increasing the number of Lakhpati Didis. States expressed…

The Economic Times · Jun 11

AirAsia ordered to pay Rs 90,750 after flight delay damages Kerala man's plant

A farmer's hybrid jackfruit sapling was damaged due to a significant flight delay by AirAsia, leading to a missed connection. The consumer commission ordered AirAsia to pay Rs 90,750 in compensation for deficiency in service, including ticket fare refund, travel expenses, and mental agony. The airline failed to appear before…

The Economic Times · Jun 11

Trump Officials Blame the Biden Admin's 'Border Policy' For Flesh-Eating Parasite Outbreak

The New World screwworm outbreak in the US has sparked political debate, with Trump officials blaming Biden's immigration policies for the parasite's spread, impacting the cattle industry.

International Business Times UK · Jun 10

Agriculture Ministry's FY27 budget at Rs 1.4 lakh crore a five-fold jump from 2013-14 level

The Modi government has five-folded the agriculture ministry budget to Rs 1.4 lakh crore for 2026-27. Over 3,000 climate-resistant crop varieties were released. Farmers received Rs 4.3 lakh crore under PM-KISAN. Fertiliser subsidy rose to Rs 2.21 lakh crore. Foodgrain production reached a record 3,577 lakh tonnes. Agriculture exports grew…

The Economic Times · Jun 10

Climate change is putting South Africa’s sheep farmers under strain, and how they’re adapting

South African sheep farmers in the Drakensberg mountains are battling a changing climate, facing shrinking pastures, heatwaves, and disease. Despite these challenges, they are adapting through rotational grazing and choosing resilient breeds. However, the study emphasizes the urgent need for government support, including better infrastructure and veterinary services, to ensure…

The Times of India · Jun 10

Central Bank of India ordered to pay Rs 2.5 lakh compensation to customer for losing original property papers

A consumer commission held the Central Bank of India liable for losing a land title deed deposited as collateral for an agricultural loan. The bank was ordered to pay Rs 2.5 lakh in compensation and Rs 10,000 for litigation expenses due to its negligence, which deprived the owner of full…

The Economic Times · Jun 10

FACT, Chambal Fertilisers shares up to 5% as government eyes doubling fertiliser subsidy allocation

Fertiliser stocks rallied after reports of a proposed doubling of subsidy allocation to Rs 1.71 lakh crore for FY27. Rising global prices and supply disruptions linked to West Asia tensions are driving concerns. FACT and Chambal Fertilisers gained up to 5%, while analysts track subsidy trends and import costs closely.

The Economic Times · Jun 10

H5N1 Bird Flu Confirmed in Poultry Across 12 States — Dallas's Egg and Poultry Supply Chain Faces Disruption and Food Price Pressure as Summer Heats Up

USDA confirmed H5N1 in commercial poultry flocks across 12 states in 2026. The outbreak is creating supply disruptions and price pressure on eggs and poultry in major cities, including Dallas and Fort Worth.

Medical Daily · Jun 10