Agriculture
How Colorado River Cuts Will Impact National Food Supply
Cuts in the water supply could harm Arizona's nearly $4 billion agricultural sector.
Nuclear War Scenarios Would See Billions Dead From Famine Globally
Scientists have predicted that the soot ejected into the atmosphere during a nuclear war could cause worldwide famines due to reduced crop growth.
Here's How Farmers Can Take Advantage of the Deflationary Power of Data
Precision agriculture — the use of sensors and AI to pinpoint what resources are needed where — has quickly gone from sci-fi to reality as farmers contend with several challenges.
Bees Ejaculating Themselves to Death in Heat Waves: Viral Story Explained
Male honey bees will die from heat shock at temperatures above 107 degrees Fahrenheit, ejaculating as they perish.
What Is 'Heatflation'? Soaring Temps Could Impact Grocery Costs
As the world sees heat waves affecting crop production, global food prices could be driven up even further.
What Would Happen if All the Bees Died?
Bees are currently facing a number of threats worldwide, including loss of habitat, parasites and pathogens, climate change and declining forage quality.
Scientists Puzzled by Soaring Global Methane Levels
Scientists say the rapid rise in atmospheric methane has significant implications because it is a potent greenhouse gas and can contribute to global warming.
The World's Most Eco-Friendly Countries (and What They're Doing Right)
Which countries are leading the way when it comes to the challenges of tackling climate change, living sustainably and protecting the environment?
Prehistoric Farmers Were Bugged By Insects, Mice, Study Says
Stone Age farmers in southern France were fighting mice and insects feasting on their supplies 4,000 years ago, a new study has revealed.
Which Foods on Your 4th of July Cookout Plate Are Most Costly
"The overall cost for the cookout is up 17% or about $10 from last year," the American Farm Bureau Federation said.
Fifth of Food-Related Gas Emissions Come From Transportation: Scientists
Researchers in Australia say transporting food around the world causes three gigatons of gasses to be emitted every year.
Man Backed For Denying to Pay Puppy Support in Canine Custody Battle
"It's a bit rich of her to complain about your dog not being neutered yet her dog wasn't spayed?" one user commented.
Angry Farmer Explains Why Food Prices Will Keep Rising: 'Not Gonna Be Okay'
"Guys, this is not going away," farmer Holly Weilnau said. "Stop sticking your head in the sand and thinking, 'Oh, it's going to be okay.'"
Video Captures 'Intense' Highway Chase Between Runaway Cow and Cowboy
"This could have been a lot worse," said the president of a local cattle stockyard.
U.S. Warns Starving African Nations to Not Buy Grain Stolen by Russia
African Union officials met with Russian President Vladimir Putin on food exports as the U.S. cautioned against buying stolen Ukrainian grain.
Electric Cars Could Help Feed the World By Reducing Pollution: Researchers
Scientists used satellite images to reveal the phenomenon for the first time.
U.S. Customs Seize Herbal Tea That Contained Eggs of Destructive Moth
Federal officials seized eggs from a moth species that has not been seen in the country for more than 100 years and was being smuggled in as herbal tea.
How to Avoid Eating the World: Scientists Explain Food Sustainability
Scientists have explained the necessary steps to transform the food system toward a sustainable model.
As Consumer Prices Rise, Coffee is Canary in the Climate Change Coal Mine
Over the past few years, COVID-19, climate events and new political conflicts have demonstrated that global shocks are becoming the new normal. Agricultural industries like coffee need a strong pipeline of innovations to reduce risk.
Farmers in Europe's Largest Economy Worry About Harvest Amid Ukraine War
Foreign seasonal workers, including many Ukrainians, do most of the picking of crops throughout Europe.
These Everyday Food Item Prices Are Set To Rise Because of Ukraine War
The knock-on effects of the war will add further strain to global food supply and price inflation.
How Businesses are Surviving During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Business models need to remain agile so that they can be adapted as needed.
Agricultural Research Fights Global Food Shocks
Strongly intertwined with conflict, plagues and famines abound in human history. COVID-19 revealed the depth and breadth of our vulnerability. Instead of a pandemic, the next global shock could easily be a worldwide food crisis.
Wolves Kill Cow in First Attack on Livestock in Colorado in 70 Years
The 500lb heifer was eaten by wolves near Walden, the Colorado Cattlemen's Association said.
Disease That Makes Bananas Bleed Spreading Across Southeast Asia
Scientists say banana blood disease could be "devastating" as it is found in 18 species including Cavendish, the world's most popular variety.
24 People Await Federal Trial in One of Largest Human Trafficking Cases
Three of the people facing charges were identified as fugitives more than two weeks after the indictment was released.
Scientists Genetically Edit Mice To Have Female Only Litters
Normally in laboratory research and farming, offspring of the unrequired sex are killed after birth.
Your Thanksgiving Dinner Will Cost This Much More Because of Inflation
Supply-chain disruptions will make your family feast 14 percent pricier this year, according to the Farm Bureau.
Jake Paul Pledges $10M to Help End World Hunger if Elon Musk Donates $6B
Tesla CEO is worth an estimated $288.8 billion—$36.2 billion of which he gained last week following a deal with Hertz.
Google Doodle Celebrates Japanese Scientist Known for Green Tea Research
The late scientist known for her pioneering research on green tea was the first woman doctor of agriculture in Japan.