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Aug 20 2025POLITICS

Florida Farmers Face Tough Times: Can They Survive the Worker Shortage?

Florida's farmers are in a tough spot. They can't find enough workers to harvest their crops. This isn't just a small problem. It's a big deal that could affect everyone. Many workers have left because they're scared. They don't want to be caught up in immigration raids. Now, farmers are struggling

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Aug 19 2025BUSINESS

A Family Farm's Smart Strategy for Success

Steve Hopkins is a farmer from Virginia who has been working on his family's farm for almost 30 years. He is the sixth generation to run Riverview Farms, which is located near the Blue Ridge Mountains. Steve and his wife, Cristi, have been working hard to make the farm bigger and more diverse. This

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Aug 15 2025WEATHER

Heavy Rain in Kashmir Leaves Many in Danger

In the Indian-administered region of Kashmir, a sudden and intense downpour has caused significant destruction. This event has led to the deaths of at least 46 people and left over 200 others unaccounted for. The town of Chashoti, known for its Hindu pilgrimage sites, has been severely affected. Fla

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Aug 10 2025SPORTS

Scotty Pippen Jr. : Ready to Shine in the NBA

Scotty Pippen Jr. is feeling good about his upcoming NBA season. He recently shared his excitement with TMZ Sports, saying, \"This year is going to be big for me! \" The young guard, son of basketball legend Scottie Pippen, is gearing up for his third season in the league. Pippen Jr. has been putti

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Jul 28 2025ENVIRONMENT

How Farms and Forests Mix in the Amazon

In the eastern Amazon, the health of the forest is a big deal. It's not just about the trees, but also about what's happening around them. People have been trying to figure out how farming and other activities affect the forest. But there's still a lot to learn. A recent study took a close look at

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Jul 19 2025EDUCATION

A Professor's Journey into Agriculture Opportunities

Jenny Fisher, a biology professor at Indiana University Northwest, has been selected for a prestigious fellowship with the U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). This program, known as the E. Kika De La Garza science fellowship, aims to boost agricultural opportunities and support Hispanic-Serving

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Jul 17 2025SCIENCE

Tomato Trouble: How Worms Are Outsmarting Farms

Tomatoes are a big deal, especially in California. They're used in lots of foods, but there's a tiny enemy causing big problems. These are called root-knot nematodes, or RKNs for short. They're like little worms that attack tomato plants. Farmers have been using a special gene called Mi-1 to fight t

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Jul 16 2025OPINION

Keeping Food Safe: A Fresh Look at America's Food Safety Plan

Food safety is a big deal. It's not just about having a full stomach; it's about having a safe one. The U. S. is taking steps to make sure that the food on our plates is the safest it can be. This isn't just about slogans or promises. It's about action. The plan involves five key points. First, the

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Jul 15 2025BUSINESS

Tomato Trade Tussle: US Hits Mexican Imports with 17% Tariff

The US has slapped a 17% tariff on Mexican tomatoes, a move that could make your pizza and salsa more expensive. Why? The US claims Mexican tomatoes are being sold too cheaply, hurting local farmers. But Mexico says their tomatoes are just popular because they're good. This isn't the first time the

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Jul 15 2025BUSINESS

Tomato Trade: U. S. Hikes Tariffs, Prices, and Tensions

The U. S. has slapped a 17% tax on fresh tomatoes from Mexico. This move is meant to protect American tomato farmers. But it might make tomatoes more expensive for everyone else. Mexico sends a lot of tomatoes to the U. S. About 70% of tomatoes in the U. S. come from Mexico. That's a big jump from

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