Australia needs renewable energy fast – but building it is only half the battle Australia’s energy transition has never been more urgent. The Conversation · Sep 3
What the Data Says About Electricity Shutoffs During Sweltering Texas Summers The state's retail heat-advisory rule exempts municipal utilities or electric cooperatives. For those providers, federal data shows final notices continued through summer while actual disconnections varied sharply from one utility to another. Texas Observer · Aug 18
Govt introduces NCDC Amendment Bill 2026 to expand direct funding for cooperatives A bill was introduced in the Lok Sabha to expand the NCDC's lending powers. This amendment will allow direct loans and grants to cooperative societies. It aims to streamline financial assistance and strengthen the cooperative sector. The bill also broadens the definition of foodstuffs for wider coverage. These changes will… The Economic Times · Aug 10
Milk prices to rise by Rs 2/litre in Maharashtra from August 11 Milk prices in Maharashtra will rise by two rupees per litre starting Tuesday. This price increase affects both cow and buffalo milk across the state. The government has no proposal for a minimum support price for milk. Initiatives are underway to support dairy farmers and stabilize milk prices. India's milk… The Economic Times · Aug 9
Best Bird Friendly® Coffee Brands in 2026: Ranked Picks for Shade-Grown, Biodiversity-Forward Coffee Best Bird Friendly coffee brands in 2026, ranked. Compare shade-grown, certified picks and see why Dean's Beans leads for quality and transparency. inkl · Aug 6
India needs income-centric agri policies, greater Centre-state coordination: EAC-PM chairman India must transition agriculture towards income generation, emphasizing crop diversification and market reforms, said S Mahendra Dev, Chairman of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM). The Economic Times · Jul 23
Gender-based violence survivors need more than justice: four keys to recovery Gender-based violence in Africa is often treated as a legal, social or policing problem. But these responses don’t fully address the conditions that shape the lives of women facing violence or the conditions they face in recovery. Based on their expertise in law, the criminal justice system and their relationship… The Conversation · Jul 20
Farm-Level Milk Prices Have Increased Four Months in a Row The dairy industry is currently experiencing a sustained period of economic pressure that is deeply affecting the national liquid milk supply. Official agricultural reports indicate that farm-level milk prices have increased steadily for four consecutive months across the country. This continuous upward trend is primarily driven by rising livestock feed… Grocery Coupon Guide · Jul 16
Ladakh LG Saxena approves 25% production-based incentive for Pashmina herders Ladakh's Pashmina industry is set for a significant boost with two key decisions by Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena. A new incentive program offers herders a 25% top-up on Pashmina procurement to enhance production and livestock development. Additionally, an Rs 8 crore revolving fund will ensure timely payments to nomadic herders,… The Economic Times · Jul 5
The Hidden Risk Facing Family Businesses and Why Collaboration May Be the Key to Preserving Independence Howard Brodsky explains how family businesses can scale through collaboration, cooperatives, shared resources, and AI-driven innovation. International Business Times · Jun 26
Cooperatives key to India’s agricultural growth: NAAS Agricultural cooperatives offer vital solutions for small farmers facing market access and cost challenges, says a research paper. The Economic Times · Jun 5
Time to buy local: war fuel price shocks reveal the folly of a long food supply chain Most of our food travels many thousands of kilometres across Australia to reach our kitchens. We are highly dependent on a vast web of long-haul trucks to move food between growers, massive food distribution hubs and large supermarkets. The Conversation · Mar 25
Best B Corp Certified Coffee Brands in 2026: Expert Picks for Ethical Specialty Coffee Discover the best B Corp certified coffee brands of 2026, featuring specialty roasters known for ethical sourcing, sustainability, and exceptional coffee. inkl · Mar 13
Nigerian farmers talk about how climate change is affecting staple food crops – and what can help In Nigeria, agriculture contributes about 40% to national gross domestic product and supports the livelihoods of about 60% of the population. Finding ways to farm through climate change is vital for national development and poverty reduction. The Conversation · Jan 25
The Guardian - UK · Oct 23, 2025 Could Zurich’s housing cooperatives be the solution to the rest of Europe’s housing crisis? One in every five citizens in the city has bought a share in the company that built and owns their apartment block, says Inside Housing’s Peter Apps
Euronews · Jul 29, 2025 The beauty industry loves argan oil but Morocco’s trees are under pressure from drought and demand The hidden cost of argan oil's beauty boom is drought, deforestation and disappearing traditions.
The Independent UK · Jul 29, 2025 The ‘liquid gold’ hair product that is threatening forests Morocco’s argan forests are thinning under the strain of climate change, overharvesting and booming demand for luxury cosmetics
The Conversation · Jul 22, 2025 What the world can learn from Uruguay as the global housing crisis deepens More than 1.8 billion people lack access to adequate and affordable housing. Yet too few countries have taken meaningful steps to ensure dignified housing for their most vulnerable citizens.
The Conversation · May 15, 2025 As the Latrobe Valley moves away from coal jobs, could a green worker’s cooperative offer a solution? Worker cooperatives may sound like something out of the 19th century, but they still exist in the age of global capitalism.
Euronews · Apr 4, 2025 At least five killed in explosion during clash between gold miners in Bolivia The victims of the explosion on Thursday included a pregnant woman and a 1-year-old child.
The Independent UK · Apr 4, 2025 Six dead in explosion amid dynamite-fuelled clash over access to mine A powerful blast has ripped through the mining camp, reducing it to rubble
The Conversation · Feb 27, 2025 Farming cooperatives can get a bad environmental rap, but they can also be a force for good It might have surprised some people when the United Nations made 2025 the International Year of Cooperatives and praised the “significant role cooperatives play in advancing the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals”.
Dynamite News · Feb 4, 2025 Tripura CM Saha affirms govt's support for growth of cooperatives, improving livelihoods Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha acknowledged the significant role of cooperatives in transforming the state's economy and improving the livelihoods of the people. Read further on Dynamite News:
The Guardian - UK · Nov 13, 2024 ‘Defend the product!’ How the French keep their artisan food culture alive Medieval-style producer guilds, a glut of festivals and strict controls on quality and origin all combine to make sure that traditional gastronomie is honoured and protected
The Guardian - UK · Nov 5, 2024 ‘I do an illegal job, stealing’: the women forced to scavenge in Bolivia’s tin mines Some work underground, others pick over tailings; all are running huge risks. But in the town of Huanani, the mines are the only way to support a family