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Nov 10, 13:26

California Pistachio Boom

California's pistachio industry is booming, driven by drought tolerance and high market demand, but faces potential oversupply challenges.

California Pistachio Boom

California's pistachio industry is booming, driven by drought tolerance and high market demand, but faces potential oversupply challenges.

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Which company is the largest pistachio grower in the US?

The Wonderful Company, known for brands like Halo mandarins and FIJI Water, is the largest pistachio grower in the US, producing 15-20% of the US crop. Their development of a new rootstock increased yields significantly.

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Nov 9, 16:02

Amazon Drought Cripples Pirarucu Fishery

Record droughts in the Amazon are devastating the sustainable pirarucu fishery, impacting 6,000 families and raising concerns about climate change's effects.

Amazon Drought Cripples Pirarucu Fishery

Record droughts in the Amazon are devastating the sustainable pirarucu fishery, impacting 6,000 families and raising concerns about climate change's effects.

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How has the drought affected the transportation of pirarucu?

The pirarucu fish, while historically resilient, is facing challenges from the drought's impact on water levels, making transportation of the large fish difficult and costly. This has resulted in a two-month delay in fishing for some communities.

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Nov 8, 19:13

California Wildfire Causes Widespread Destruction

A wildfire in Southern California has destroyed over 130 structures, prompting evacuations as strong winds fuel the blaze. Other regions are also experiencing increased wildfire risk due to drought conditions.

California Wildfire Causes Widespread Destruction

A wildfire in Southern California has destroyed over 130 structures, prompting evacuations as strong winds fuel the blaze. Other regions are also experiencing increased wildfire risk due to drought conditions.

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Are other regions experiencing similar wildfire risks?

In addition to California, other regions like New England are experiencing drought-like conditions and red flag warnings, increasing wildfire risks.

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Nov 7, 10:02

Amazon Drought Crisis Impacts Children

Severe drought in the Amazon basin impacts over 420,000 children. UNICEF urges increased climate financing at COP29.

Amazon Drought Crisis Impacts Children

Severe drought in the Amazon basin impacts over 420,000 children. UNICEF urges increased climate financing at COP29.

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What are the primary causes of the drought in the Amazon?

The drought, linked to the 2023-2024 El Niño phenomenon and exacerbated by the climate crisis, caused low river levels, disrupting transportation, impacting food production, and increasing the risk of infectious diseases among children.

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Nov 10, 19:02

Volunteer Firefighter Dies Battling New York Wildfire

A volunteer firefighter dies battling a large wildfire near the New York-New Jersey border, causing smoke to drift into NYC and prompting an air quality advisory.

Volunteer Firefighter Dies Battling New York Wildfire

A volunteer firefighter dies battling a large wildfire near the New York-New Jersey border, causing smoke to drift into NYC and prompting an air quality advisory.

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How did the fire impact New York City?

Smoke from the fire drifted into New York City, prompting an air quality health advisory and recommendations to limit strenuous outdoor activity.

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Nov 9, 22:27

Amazon Drought Cripples Pirarucu Fishery

The Amazon's pirarucu fishery, a successful sustainable economy, is severely impacted by a record-breaking drought, raising concerns about climate change and the need for adaptation and mitigation strategies.

Amazon Drought Cripples Pirarucu Fishery

The Amazon's pirarucu fishery, a successful sustainable economy, is severely impacted by a record-breaking drought, raising concerns about climate change and the need for adaptation and mitigation strategies.

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What is the argument for climate justice in this context?

Adevaldo Dias emphasizes climate justice, arguing that Indigenous and riverine people, with minimal environmental impact, are the most vulnerable to extreme climate events and should receive support. The solution requires both adaptation and mitigation strategies.

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Nov 8, 22:29

Northeast Drought Fuels Fire Danger

Drought conditions in the Northeastern U.S. are causing increased fire risks due to strong winds and low humidity. Several states are experiencing severe to extreme drought.

Northeast Drought Fuels Fire Danger

Drought conditions in the Northeastern U.S. are causing increased fire risks due to strong winds and low humidity. Several states are experiencing severe to extreme drought.

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Which states are most severely impacted by the drought?

The drought is severely impacting several states, with percentages ranging from moderate to extreme drought conditions affecting significant portions of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Massachusetts.

theguardian.com

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Nov 5, 22:10

US Drought Crisis: Unprecedented Levels and Economic Impacts

Unprecedented drought grips the US, impacting millions and causing billions of dollars in agricultural losses. Climate change and high temperatures exacerbate the issue, creating widespread economic consequences.

US Drought Crisis: Unprecedented Levels and Economic Impacts

Unprecedented drought grips the US, impacting millions and causing billions of dollars in agricultural losses. Climate change and high temperatures exacerbate the issue, creating widespread economic consequences.

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How is the drought affecting the economy and consumers?

The drought is causing significant economic consequences, including higher transportation costs due to low water levels in rivers and waterways. These increased costs are passed on to consumers through higher prices for goods and groceries.

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