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H5 bird flu detected in second Australia state

SYDNEY - Scientists have detected the highly contagious H5 bird flu strain in a second Australian state, the nation's agriculture minister said on Wednesday.

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The Five-State Smackdown: How Colorado, Iowa, and Tennessee Lost Their Secret War Against Unhealthy SNAP Foods

US federal judge struck down five state SNAP pilot bans on fizzy drinks and sweets, ruling the Trump administration overstepped legal authority and violated its own rules.

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Anthony Albanese says Australia’s first mainland case of deadly H5N1 bird flu ‘concerning’

Tests taken in Western Australia suggest a second bird was also infected, but there is no evidence poultry or agriculture systems are affected

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FED:Fears killer bird flu has reached Australian mainland

A single suspected case of bird flu has been found in an migratory wild bird, sparking fears for agriculture should a deadly strain spread across Australia.

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Suspected killer bird flu found on Australian mainland

A single suspected case of bird flu has triggered fears a deadly strain that has killed millions of animals worldwide has reached the Australian mainland.

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El Nino to hit 9-10 states severely; Chouhan calls for district-level contingency plans for Kharif

Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has directed coordinated meetings with district officials and agricultural agencies in 9-10 states likely to face severe El Nino impacts during the Kharif season. The focus is on advance contingency planning for rain-deficient districts, increasing cotton and pulse acreage, and ensuring farmers receive scientific, solution-oriented…

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With Gas Tax Holiday, Are Texas Dems Pushing ‘Irresponsible’ Policy for Political Gain?

For candidates like James Talarico, calling to suspend fuel taxes may be an easy way to sell “affordability” to swing voters. But it would come with its own long-term policy consequences.

Texas Observer

El Nino returns to Pacific, likely to intensify through monsoon season, says IMD

El Nino has returned to the tropical Pacific. The India Meteorological Department warns it may intensify during the southwest monsoon. The government has identified 197 vulnerable districts. Contingency plans are being prepared for agriculture. The nation is stocking seeds and inputs. Farmer outreach programs are underway. This heightened preparedness addresses…

The Economic Times

Govt identifies 197 districts most vulnerable to El Nino impact, prepares contingency plan

India's Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced 197 districts are vulnerable to El Nino. The government has prepared state-wise contingency plans. A nationwide awareness campaign for farmers is underway. Weekly meetings assess the El Nino phenomenon. Agricultural inputs like seeds are stockpiled. The southwest monsoon is advancing, but a below-normal…

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Flesh-eating parasite spreads further in the US, despite decades of eradication

The number of animals infested with a parasitic fly whose larvae feast on living flesh has risen to five, according to the US Department of Agriculture.

Euronews

Spread of flesh-eating parasites sparks new rules in Southern US

The USDA confirmed in early June that the New World Screwworm has spread into the US

The Independent UK

Elon Musk Faces Backlash as a Horrific Texas Screwworm Outbreak Follows Brutal DOGE Budget Cuts

A flesh-eating parasite, unseen in the US for 60 years, has resurfaced in Texas, sparking political debate over budget cuts that dismantled key prevention programmes.

International Business Times UK

Three new cases of screwworm confirmed in Texas; A&M leader tasked as federal adviser

The case in Andrews County included an infested dog. Another case included a goat in Gillespie County.

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Screwworm fly detected in Texas decades after cattle threat was largely eradicated in US

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has confirmed that the New World screwworm fly has arrived in south Texas

The Independent UK

Nightmare parasite that eats living flesh detected in Texas after disappearing for decades

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said the case was in a 3-week-old calf in LaPryor, Texas, about 50 miles from the Mexico border

AAP

Screwworm fly detected in Texas decades after cattle threat was largely eradicated in US

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has confirmed that the New World screwworm fly has arrived in south Texas

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A screwworm fly that bedeviled cattle ranchers decades ago has returned to Texas

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has confirmed that the New World screwworm fly has arrived in south Texas

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US Agriculture Threat: Flesh-Eating Screwworm Warning Shows It Could Devastate Live Stocks

US agricultural authorities are investigating a potential screwworm outbreak in Texas, following detections near the Mexican border. The parasite poses a significant threat to livestock and supply chains.

The Economic Times

WMO warns of strong El Niño risk; India braces for weaker monsoon, hotter June

The World Meteorological Organization warns of developing El Niño conditions. This raises the risk of global weather disruptions and extreme climate events. India faces concerns of weaker monsoons and higher temperatures. The agriculture ministry is reviewing preparedness for the upcoming season. Farmers are urged to adopt drought-tolerant crops and improve…

Bangkok Post

Contain the invasion

Last week, Environment Minister Suchart Chomklin made a bold statement by saying he would present information and evidence to the Senate this week, identifying those responsible for the spread of invasive blackchin tilapia. He is not the first to make such a pledge. Former agriculture minister Capt Thamanat Prompow said…

The Economic Times

Government fully prepared to tackle El Nino impact on kharif crop: Chouhan

The government is ready for El Nino's impact on the upcoming kharif crop. Contingency plans are being made for affected areas.

International Business Times

US Beef Exports to China Cook Up Row As MAGA Roils Brooke Rollins

US Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins' post referred to China's reported agreement to implement what Rollins termed as beef commitments, angering Trump's MAGA base.

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Marco Rubio says U.S. ‘insulated’ from Iran War, but Americans know the price they are paying

The shockwave has reached America’s farms.

International Business Times UK

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins Labels Climate Change A 'Hoax' While Blaming Biden Policies For High Beef Prices

US officials spark controversy after linking rising beef prices to drought, wildfires, and political decisions while dismissing climate change, fueling debate over food inflation causes.

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