In a surprising move, California's agriculture department halted the distribution of Raw Farm's raw dairy products. This decision came after tests showed that some cows might have bird flu, specifically the H5N1 strain. Despite this, already-sold products can still be bought in stores. When the vir
Ever thought about how farmers can tackle climate change? Well, there's a clever way to do it using something called agri-food value chains. These are like special pathways that connect farmers to markets, and they can be designed to help farmers become climate-smart. That means using farming practi
Did you know that flies on cattle farms could be spreading antibiotic resistance? Let's dive into a study that explored this. Researchers wanted to figure out where antibiotic-resistant bacteria come from on a farm that doesn't use certain strong antibiotics. They tested other things like different
In recent years, cattle farming in Slovenia, a pre-Alpine region, has faced numerous challenges. Prices for agricultural inputs and outputs have become quite unpredictable, and the global meat industry is grappling with sustainability issues. The COVID-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine have further
Ever wondered why farmers in China are so dedicated to keeping their land in top shape? Scientists from economics and psychology are curious about what motivates people, especially farmers, to protect the environment. They want to know if it’s the promise of more money or personal feelings that driv
Calling all fans of the classic shōnen series, Fairy Tail and Naruto! Get ready for a surprise mashup in the upcoming anime adaptation of the fantasy RPG Farmagia. The anime, based on the game by Marvelous, has dropped some exciting news. It's set to premiere on January 10, 2024, with a trailer and
It seems like the bird flu H5N1 is affecting more people than we realize. A new study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that 7% of dairy farmers in Michigan and Colorado tested positive for antibodies to the virus. Since 2022, this highly pathogenic avian flu has been jumping
Imagine working on a farm and not feeling sick, but blood tests show you've been infected with bird flu. That's what happened to some dairy workers in Michigan and Colorado. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) now wants all farmworkers near infected animals to get tested, even if th
You might think that everyone who's been around sick cows is getting tested for bird flu. But that's not happening. A recent study found that some farm workers have been infected with H5N1 and didn't even know it! Farm workers are at a high risk because they're always around sick cows. But not ever
You might have heard that Jeremy Clarkson is back in the fields for more farming adventures. His hit show, Clarkson’s Farm, just got renewed for another season. This announcement came on a special night in the UK, known as Guy Fawkes Night. Clarkson shared the news on social media, showing off a coo
