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Jefferson poultry show canceled over bird flu

A highly anticipated poultry show and swap set for this weekend was canceled this week over fears of spreading bird flu.

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Cranberry farmers hopeful for a comeback after 2024 drought

The 2024 cranberry season came at a steep cost amid wildfires and drought in New Jersey, but the 2025 crop is looking much better.

AccuWeather

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How extreme weather has impacted pumpkin harvest this season

Dr. Alan Walters of Southern Illinois University joins the AccuWeather Network to explain how heavy rainfall and summer heat hurt the pumpkin harvest as we continue into autumn.

AccuWeather

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Cranberries are making a comeback

AccuWeather's Ali Reid stepped into a cranberry bog in Chatsworth, New Jersey, to explore how this year's harvest has rebounded after last year's drought left farmers facing a crisis.

AccuWeather

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'Veggie-burger' could be off the menu as EU lawmakers push to ban term

EU lawmakers voted on Wednesday (October 8) to ban the use of the term "veggie-burger" and limit food descriptions such as steak, escalope and sausage to products containing meat, part of a proposed EU law to protect farmers.

Reuters

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Soybean farmer on how trade war with China is impacting his business

Soybeans are the United States' largest agricultural export. As the trade war drags on, China, America's biggest buyer, hasn't purchased any this year. The Trump administration could announce a more than $10 billion bailout this week, bu...

CBS America

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Soybean farmers feels strain of China trade war

It's prime harvest season in southern Illinois, but for soybean farmers like Scott Gaffner, what's usually a time of reward is now a season of worry.

CBS America

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South Africa: Pig farm murder trial resumes in Polokwane court

The trial has drawn widespread attention and outrage, highlighting long-standing tensions around rural justice, racial inequality, and farmworker rights in South Africa.

Africanews

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Soybean farmers face steep losses: 'I'm in the worst shape right now'

The Trump administration could announce a multi-billion dollar financial relief package this week for farmers being hurt by the president's trade war with China. Soybean farmers fear they may be forced out of business.

CBS America

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Floods slash Pakistan’s basmati rice exports, driving up global prices

Basmati rice is one of South Asia's most popular food exports. Most of it comes from India and Pakistan where it brings in billions of dollars in revenue every year. But recent floods have ruined crops, driving up prices across the world.

Al Jazeera

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Farm bankruptcies surging amid U.S.-China trade war

This week, President Trump is expected to announce billions of dollars in aid for the nation's farmers. Many are in financial crisis and may be forced to sell their crops at steep losses this year as China, once the largest buyer of the ...

CBS News

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Pakistan's solar-powered farming sparks water sustainability fears

Farmers in Punjab, Pakistan, are turning to solar energy to power their irrigation needs. While the technology has led to increased crop yields and substantial profits for farmers, it has also contributed to a drastic depletion of the gr...

Al Jazeera

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How a South African vineyard is making better wine

Hartenberg Wine Estate says it has become the first in South Africa to earn international certification for regenerative farming, practices that boost soil health and biodiversity.

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Ohio farmers take the brunt of China's ban on U.S. soybeans

Ohio farmers are dealing with the impact after China turned its back on U.S. soybeans in the ongoing tariff war.

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U.S. soybean farmers are hurting as China halts purchases

American soybean farmers are facing a tough hit as China is now turning to Argentina for soybeans as it remains in a trade dispute with the U.S. Alex Cohen has more.

Reuters

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The journey of Yemen's Arabian jasmine, from fields to wedding halls

Arabian jasmine is a flower of cultural and historical significance in Yemen, with garlands adorning people at weddings and graduations. It's economically important too, supporting many locals, farmers and traders in Lahij.

Reuters

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Invasive insect threatens eastern U.S. vineyards

This week's AccuWeather Agricultural Advantage looks at the spotted lanternfly, an invasive insect that feeds on grapevines and other crops, threatening vineyards and farms across the eastern United States.

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Is Pakistan's solar-powered farming driving a long-term water crisis?

As Pakistan undergoes a solar revolution, farmers are ditching diesel and grid power for sun-powered tube wells to irrigate their crops. This boom in solar-powered farming has coincided with the rapid depletion of water tables in Pakista...

Reuters

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Finland’s wild love for blueberries

In summer, Finns pick up to 20 million kilos of wild blueberries. What is it about these dusty blue berries they love so much?

DW News

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U.S. farmers in a bind as crop prices crash

America's farmers are caught in a crisis between a combination of high operating costs, low commodity prices and lost markets. Lana Zak reports.

CBS America

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South African vineyard making better wine thanks to cattle, ducks

A historic wine estate near Stellenbosch is turning to cattle, sheep and ducks to improve the quality of its vineyards. Hartenberg Wine Estate says it has become the first in South Africa to earn international certification for regenerat...

Africanews

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UN experts help protect cocoa plantations in Sao Tomé and Principé

In Sao Tomé and Principé, UN experts and the government have launched an initiative to restore ecosystems and boost sustainable cocoa production.

Africanews

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Hot summer gifts British apple growers 'monster harvest'

Britain recorded its warmest summer on record in 2025, leaving apple growers with a glut of sweet apples ideal for making cider, say growers.

Reuters

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Dalit women in India fight caste discrimination with farming

In rural Tamil Nadu, an initiative of Dalit women are turning wasteland into not just crops, but a movement against social exclusion in India.

DW News

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Ethiopian coffee farmers struggle with costly EU origin regulations

New EU anti-deforestation rules challenge Ethiopia's coffee trade. Producers face strict origin requirements, impacting small-scale farmers.

Al Jazeera

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Russian farmer breaks national record with 969 kilo pumpkin

A Russian farmer has smashed his own national record by growing the heaviest pumpkin ever recorded in Russia, tipping the scales at a staggering 969 kilos.

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Sheep flocks culled across Greece as sheeppox rips through herds

Greek stock-breeders are in despair in central Greece as a virulent sheeppox virus is decimating their flocks, and authorities are warning of a possible nationwide ban on the movement of animals.

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Amid drought, Moroccan florists blossom against the odds

In Morocco, a nation grappling with severe water shortages, flower growers are battling parched wells and drought to sustain a vibrant industry that beautifies homes, celebrates milestones, and fuels a growing export market.

Africanews

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Taiwan turns banana plant waste into sustainable textiles

Taiwanese entrepreneurs are transforming banana plant waste into eco-friendly fibre for textiles, aiming for all-natural, biodegradable shoes.

Al Jazeera

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Senegal launches farming initiative to empower jobless graduates

Senegal is trying to get more young people into farming by offering loans, training and other incentives. It’s in response to the high rate of unemployment. One in three young people are out of a job.

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