Bill to ban 'cruel and inhumane' fox hunting in Ireland introduced to Dáil – The Journal

Bill to ban ‘cruel and inhumane’ fox hunting in Ireland introduced to Dáil  The Journal TD introduces bill to ban fox hunting in Ireland  RTE.ie Bill to ban foxhunting in Ireland causes discontent in Dáil  The Irish Times Foxes have ‘taken over the place’ says Danny Healy-Rae as he opposes blood-sport ban  The Irish Independent ‘Unprecedented’: Two TDs will … Read more

Farmers, workers urge Marcos: Include basic sectors in admin reset

Published May 26, 2025 03:55 pm (MB FILE PHOTO) President Marcos’ “bold reset” of his administration should include direct and regular consultations with the country’s basic sectors, the Federation of Free Farmers (FFF) and the National Trade Union Center of the Philippines (NTUC PHL) said on Monday, May 26 In a statement, the groups urged Marcos … Read more

Spring drought threatens Europe’s farms and rivers – POLITICO

The German Helmholtz Center’s drought monitor colors more than half the country in deep dark red, signifying “extraordinarily” dry topsoils. The situation is less dire at deeper soil levels, but that upper layer is crucial for the young plants and seedlings farmers are growing right now.  Meanwhile, the Rhine, a vital artery for transporting goods … Read more

EU to Trump on tariffs: We’ll retaliate when we’re ready, not when you tweet – politico.eu

EU to Trump on tariffs: We’ll retaliate when we’re ready, not when you tweet  politico.eu European Union hits pause on planned retaliatory tariffs for U.S.  CBC We took note of the announcement by President Trump. We want to give negotiations a chance. While finalising the adoption of the EU countermeasures that saw strong support from our Member … Read more

Weed alert for allergy-triggering annual ragweed and parthenium

Annual ragweed and parthenium are currently flowering, which can cause respiratory issues and rashes. Here’s how to spot and eradicate them. Now is the time to be on the lookout for two highly invasive weeds that can trigger respiratory issues and rashes: annual ragweed and parthenium. With these two similar herb plants now flowering, identifying … Read more

Europe Restricted from Buying More US Farm Goods Amid Trade Tensions with Trump’s Administration

Archyde Transatlantic Trade Tensions: Food Safety Regulations at the Forefront Table of Contents 1. Transatlantic Trade Tensions: Food Safety Regulations at the Forefront 2. The Regulatory Divide: Beef, Poultry, and Pesticides 3. Farmer Protests and political Implications 4. Looking Ahead: A Complex Path Forward 5. How can evidence-based data contribute to bridging the transatlantic food … Read more

‘We wanted to find out the true risk’

Bird poop on your lettuce might not be as risky as you think. Researchers at the University of California, Davis found that small bird droppings aren’t much of a food safety risk for crops, pushing back against long-held fears that wildlife near farms could spread harmful pathogens such as E. coli, as reported on Phys.org. … Read more

Oregon Farmers’ Mental Health Helpline Gains Momentum as New Bill Proposes Increased Funding

Mental Health Lifeline ​for ⁤Oregon’s Agricultural‍ Workers Gains Momentum SALEM, Ore. — For farmers, ranchers, and ‍other agricultural workers in Oregon, mental health support is now just a⁣ phone call⁣ away. The AgriStress ⁤Helpline, a specialized service tailored to the unique needs of these communities, ‌is making waves as a critical ‌resource for an ⁢often-overlooked … Read more

As bird flu becomes a growing threat, Moderna is awarded $590M to develop mRNA pandemic influenza vaccines – Fortune

As bird flu becomes a growing threat, Moderna is awarded $590M to develop mRNA pandemic influenza vaccines  Fortune HHS Provides $590 Million to Accelerate Pandemic Influenza mRNA-based Vaccine Development, Enhance Platform Capability for Other Emerging Infectious Disease  HHS.gov Moderna Receives $590 Million From HHS to Develop Bird Flu Vaccine  Drug Topics How Prepared Are We For Avian Influenza?  Contagionlive.com … Read more