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A goat is seen in a pen during an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease, in Schoeneiche, Germany, on January 13, 2025.

Concerns Over Animal Health and EU Food Security

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As the EU reviews its Common Agricultural Policy, investing in animal health offers a sustainability measure that could benefit farmers and consumers

Bird Flu Roars Back: An Update on Thanksgiving Turkey Prices

Bird Flu Roars Back: An Update on Thanksgiving Turkey Prices

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Since September, turkey and egg farms have lost millions of birds, renewing pressure on food prices and biosecurity

U.S. Egg Prices See Largest Jump Since 1980 as Bird Flu Outbreaks Continue

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A new version of H5N1 influenza continues to pound poultry, but price relief could be on the way

U.S. Egg Prices See Largest Jump Since 1980 as Bird Flu Outbreaks Continue

Timeline: H5N1 Bird Flu Outbreak in the U.S.

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A weekly updated timeline for H5N1 outbreak events

Timeline: H5N1 Bird Flu Outbreak in the U.S.

A Mayan Farming Technique to Fight Guatemala's Food Insecurity

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The K'uxu'rum system improves crop yields and enables farmers to adapt to climate extremes

A Mayan Farming Technique to Fight Guatemala's Food Insecurity

In India, Climate Change Drives Pesticide Use, Harming Farmers' Health

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As temperatures rise, farmworkers turn to using more potent pesticides, putting themselves at further risk

Farmer and agrochemical worker Annasso More was diagnosed with peripheral neuropathy because of overexposure to toxins, making it difficult for him to walk.

Bird Flu, U.S. Cows, and Economic Consequences

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The recent H5N1 outbreak in cattle has rattled livestock markets and raised public health concerns

Bird Flu, U.S. Cows, and Economic Consequences

Cattle Veterinarians Express Confusion over U.S. Response to Bird Flu

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Denial and a lack of unity across states are limiting a swift response to the novel outbreak

Cattle Veterinarians Express Confusion over U.S. Response to Bird Flu