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TribCast: Could rural rage really swing a statewide election?

In this week's episode, the TribCast crew is joined by Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller and economy reporter Paul Cobler. They discuss the anger in rural Texas over data centers and power lines, and ask Miller why he thinks it means Democrats could win a statewide race in November.

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Construction and Agriculture Groups Warn Trump Immigration Crackdown Is Worsening Worker Shortages: 'It's Been Chaotic'

Foreign-born workers accounted for more than a quarter of the U.S. construction workforce in 2024 and more than half of workers in several trades, including roofing, drywall installation and painting

Latin Times

Republicans punt budget for reconciliation package into the fall

Senate Republicans abandoned plans Friday night to try to take up a budget resolution for a third reconciliation package, bowing to the reality that they lacked enough votes for it. The decision to scrap a planned procedural vote on the budget came after a late-night meeting in Majority Leader John…

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Andy Ogles, one of Trump’s biggest MAGA supporters, just lost his Republican primary in Tennessee

Former Tennessee Agriculture Commissioner Charlie Hatcher defeated U.S. Rep. Andy Ogles in a Republican primary Thursday for a significantly reshaped congressional district

The Independent UK

Embattled Rep. Andy Ogles loses Republican primary in Tennessee

Tennessee Rep. Andy Ogles lost his primary Thursday, becoming the third House Republican to lose a renomination bid this year. Ogles was trailing former state Agriculture Commissioner Charlie Hatcher, 53 percent to 47 percent, when The Associated Press called the race for the 5th District at 10:10 p.m. Thursday. The…

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Farm bill rejected in partisan split over food stamp cost-sharing

The Senate Agriculture Committee rejected a five-year farm bill Thursday at a contentious markup plagued by Republican absences and a Democratic rebellion over plans for imposing food stamp costs on state governments. The 10-11 vote defeating the 983-page bill marked a rare break from the bipartisan support that typically accompanies…

Roll Call

Sid Miller says Republicans will lose statewide elections due to rapid data center development, backlash

The Texas agriculture commissioner has openly criticized Gov. Greg Abbott for not taking a stronger stand against data center development. The governor has ignored him.

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Agriculture Secretary Boasts as Four Million Americans Lose Food Aid Under Trump Rules

Over four million Americans have lost SNAP food aid under strict new mandates from the Trump administration, sparking fears of an escalating hunger crisis as officials push sweeping financial cuts.

International Business Times UK

Brooke Rollins has awkward moment as she asks farmers to clap

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The Independent UK

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins goes full Jeb Bush as she asks farmers for applause

Brooke Rollins channelled Jeb Bush as she asked for applause whilst addressing a room of farmers.

The Independent UK

USDA Plans $263 Million Food Purchase to Supply Food Banks and Nutrition Programs Nationwide

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced on February 19, 2026, that it intends to purchase up to $263 million in dairy products, fresh produce, and legumes from American farmers and producers. According to an official announcement from the agency, the food will be distributed to food banks and nutrition…

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Britain's Heatwave Warning: Why Water Shortages Could Continue After Temperatures Fall

Britain's record summer heat may ease, but experts warn water shortages could persist due to low rainfall, affecting rivers, reservoirs, and agriculture, with drought conditions expected to continue.

International Business Times UK

Centre panel proposes lower GST on mango drinks with higher pulp content

An expert panel recommends mango beverages contain 22-25 percent natural pulp. This move aims to revive Totapuri mango pulp demand and farm-gate prices. Products meeting this threshold will retain a concessional five percent Goods and Services Tax. The committee also proposed price stabilization and orchard rejuvenation measures. These changes seek…

The Economic Times

Thomas Massie Slams Congress' $11 Billion USDA Bailout Fix for a Problem the Iran Conflict Created: 'Stop the War'

Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky) has voiced his disapproval of Congress’ decision to seek more than $11 billion for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) as part of supplemental funding for the Iran war.

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Radio France Internationale

France’s emergency agriculture bill passed, amid divisions over pesticides

France’s National Assembly has approved an emergency agriculture bill after a tense overnight debate, clearing the way for the possible temporary return of two pesticides banned in the country but still authorised elsewhere in the European Union.

The Economic Times

If countries without GM seeds can get better yields in pulses, why can't India: Chouhan to ICAR scientists

Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan urged ICAR to increase pulse and oilseed productivity. He emphasized research must address ground-level farmer needs and improve crop quality. The minister called for greater fertiliser self-sufficiency and integrated farming models. ICAR will develop climate-smart villages and deploy young scientists to frontier areas. The institution…

The Economic Times

Maharashtra govt to waive Rs 48,000 crore pending farm power dues: Devendra Fadnavis

Maharashtra's Chief Minister announced a Rs 48,000 crore waiver for farmer electricity dues. This move facilitates new agricultural power connections for many farmers. The government also launched a Rs 36,585 crore farm loan waiver scheme. This scheme will benefit 56 lakh farmers across the state. Investments are also being made…

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Bio-input demand may rise, but skill gap threatens India's green farming push: Agriculture Commissioner

Agriculture Commissioner said widespread adoption of bio-inputs by India's nearly 14 crore farmers could generate annual demand of 20–30 crore tonnes.

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Skill shortage could derail India's bio-input ambitions: Agriculture Commissioner

India's bio-input expansion faces a skilled workforce shortage. This gap requires urgent development of training programs for biological systems. The government must detail specific workforce needs and educational pathways. This initiative mirrors past AI skill development efforts. Such measures are crucial for India's natural farming ambitions.

The Independent UK

Trump team pressured top grocery chains on its beef prices just before the July 4 holiday: report

Department of Agriculture reportedly called on retailers such as Walmart, Kroger and Albertsons to offer discounts on meat in time for 250th anniversary celebrations

Medical Daily

What It Actually Means for a Wellness Brand to Have a Scientific Advisory Board

The 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee is composed of 20 nationally recognized nutrition and public health experts appointed by the U.S. Departments of Health and Human Services and Agriculture. All systematic reviews for this committee undergo external peer review coordinated by staff from the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

The Independent UK

Nearly every state will owe the federal government millions under new rules for SNAP payments

States will collectively owe the federal government roughly $9 billion if they can’t lower the amount of payment errors in their SNAP programs

Euronews

The jobs most exposed to extreme heat — and why it matters for Europe's economy

Construction and agriculture are Europe's most heat-exposed industries, with transport, manufacturing and energy also facing growing disruption as climate change pushes temperatures higher.

The Texas Tribune

The U.S. last beat screwworm in 1966. Can current leaders learn from the past’s playbook?

Faced with a modern outbreak that could endure for decades, historical documents are offering officials solutions to eradicate the parasite again.

Bangkok Post

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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