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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.

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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…

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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.

Benzinga

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.

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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…

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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.

The Economic Times

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.

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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

The Independent UK

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).

Medical Daily

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

The Independent UK

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.

Euronews

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.

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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.

International Business Times UK

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.

The Economic Times

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…

Texas Observer

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.

The Economic Times

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…

Euronews

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.

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