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Global Farmland Contaminated by Heavy Metals: Up to 17% Affected
A new study finds that up to 17% of global farmland contains excessive levels of heavy metals, impacting food safety and the health of 900 million to 1.4 billion people. The contamination is linked to both natural and human activities, with a significant "metal-rich corridor" spanning from Italy to ...
Global Farmland Contaminated by Heavy Metals: Up to 17% Affected
A new study finds that up to 17% of global farmland contains excessive levels of heavy metals, impacting food safety and the health of 900 million to 1.4 billion people. The contamination is linked to both natural and human activities, with a significant "metal-rich corridor" spanning from Italy to ...
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Toxic Heavy Metal Contamination Affects 14-17% of Global Cropland
Researchers estimate that 14-17% of global cropland (242m hectares) is contaminated by toxic heavy metals, exceeding safety thresholds and affecting 900 million to 1.4 billion people worldwide, primarily due to natural and human activities, with cadmium being the most prevalent metal.
Toxic Heavy Metal Contamination Affects 14-17% of Global Cropland
Researchers estimate that 14-17% of global cropland (242m hectares) is contaminated by toxic heavy metals, exceeding safety thresholds and affecting 900 million to 1.4 billion people worldwide, primarily due to natural and human activities, with cadmium being the most prevalent metal.
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Russia-Ukraine Black Sea Security Talks Set for April 15-16 in Turkey
Russia and Ukraine will hold talks on Black Sea security in Ankara, Turkey, on April 15-16, aiming to revive a grain export deal that previously collapsed due to disagreements. Turkey facilitates this process, seeking economic and political benefits.
Russia-Ukraine Black Sea Security Talks Set for April 15-16 in Turkey
Russia and Ukraine will hold talks on Black Sea security in Ankara, Turkey, on April 15-16, aiming to revive a grain export deal that previously collapsed due to disagreements. Turkey facilitates this process, seeking economic and political benefits.
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US Trade War Creates Uncertainty for Spain's Agri-Food Sector
The US-China trade war threatens Spain's agri-food sector, particularly olive oil and wine, but the sector, facing 1,253 new EU regulations in 2024 alone, expresses optimism due to past crisis management and emphasizes the need for competitiveness and regulatory relief.
US Trade War Creates Uncertainty for Spain's Agri-Food Sector
The US-China trade war threatens Spain's agri-food sector, particularly olive oil and wine, but the sector, facing 1,253 new EU regulations in 2024 alone, expresses optimism due to past crisis management and emphasizes the need for competitiveness and regulatory relief.
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Gaza Humanitarian Crisis Worsens Amidst Israeli Aid Blockade
One month after Israel cut off humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip, the humanitarian situation has severely deteriorated, with over 280,000 displaced, widespread hunger, and lack of access to water and sanitation, amid ongoing military operations and a complete blockade of essential supplies.
Gaza Humanitarian Crisis Worsens Amidst Israeli Aid Blockade
One month after Israel cut off humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip, the humanitarian situation has severely deteriorated, with over 280,000 displaced, widespread hunger, and lack of access to water and sanitation, amid ongoing military operations and a complete blockade of essential supplies.
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Early April Frost in Russia: Minimal Impact on Crops Compared to Last Year
Unseasonal snow and freezing temperatures have hit parts of Russia in early April, raising concerns about potential crop damage; however, current conditions differ significantly from last year's damaging late frosts, with the snow offering insulation and moisture.
Early April Frost in Russia: Minimal Impact on Crops Compared to Last Year
Unseasonal snow and freezing temperatures have hit parts of Russia in early April, raising concerns about potential crop damage; however, current conditions differ significantly from last year's damaging late frosts, with the snow offering insulation and moisture.
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US Assures Yemen Wheat Shipment Won't Be Wasted Despite Funding Cuts
The US State Department confirmed that a ship carrying wheat for Yemen, departing Oregon in early April and arriving in mid-May, will not be wasted, despite recent funding cuts that canceled USAID contracts with the World Food Programme, leaving the distribution plan unclear.
US Assures Yemen Wheat Shipment Won't Be Wasted Despite Funding Cuts
The US State Department confirmed that a ship carrying wheat for Yemen, departing Oregon in early April and arriving in mid-May, will not be wasted, despite recent funding cuts that canceled USAID contracts with the World Food Programme, leaving the distribution plan unclear.
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Farmers First Agenda Aims to Revitalize Rural America and Strengthen Food System
The America First Policy Institute launched the Farmers First Agenda to revitalize rural America by lowering food production costs, increasing access to healthy food, and making the US the world's primary food supplier through regulatory reform and private sector partnerships.
Farmers First Agenda Aims to Revitalize Rural America and Strengthen Food System
The America First Policy Institute launched the Farmers First Agenda to revitalize rural America by lowering food production costs, increasing access to healthy food, and making the US the world's primary food supplier through regulatory reform and private sector partnerships.
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Disputed Black Sea Truce Jeopardizes Odessa Port and Grain Exports
Despite a claimed US-mediated truce between Russia and Ukraine for Black Sea shipping, disagreements remain, jeopardizing Odessa's port and grain exports, as evidenced by continued attacks and the absence of a formal agreement.
Disputed Black Sea Truce Jeopardizes Odessa Port and Grain Exports
Despite a claimed US-mediated truce between Russia and Ukraine for Black Sea shipping, disagreements remain, jeopardizing Odessa's port and grain exports, as evidenced by continued attacks and the absence of a formal agreement.
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China Unveils Plan for Agricultural Modernization by 2035
China's 2024-2035 agricultural plan, released by the CCP Central Committee and the State Council, aims to significantly enhance agricultural capacity by 2027 and achieve complete agricultural modernization and rural revitalization by 2035, focusing on innovation, infrastructure, and integrated urban...
China Unveils Plan for Agricultural Modernization by 2035
China's 2024-2035 agricultural plan, released by the CCP Central Committee and the State Council, aims to significantly enhance agricultural capacity by 2027 and achieve complete agricultural modernization and rural revitalization by 2035, focusing on innovation, infrastructure, and integrated urban...
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44% Bias Score
UK Food Industry Memo Warns of Imminent Global Food System Collapse
A confidential memo from senior UK food industry figures reveals the global food system faces imminent instability due to climate change and resource depletion, warning investors of insufficient mitigation strategies and urging proactive risk management to prevent a system collapse.
UK Food Industry Memo Warns of Imminent Global Food System Collapse
A confidential memo from senior UK food industry figures reveals the global food system faces imminent instability due to climate change and resource depletion, warning investors of insufficient mitigation strategies and urging proactive risk management to prevent a system collapse.
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EU and Central Asia Partner to Combat Climate Change and Water Crisis
Central Asian leaders and the EU agreed on a strategic partnership to combat climate change, focusing on water management, clean energy, and sustainable development, aiming to prevent the region from becoming a desert as its population grows and water resources dwindle.
EU and Central Asia Partner to Combat Climate Change and Water Crisis
Central Asian leaders and the EU agreed on a strategic partnership to combat climate change, focusing on water management, clean energy, and sustainable development, aiming to prevent the region from becoming a desert as its population grows and water resources dwindle.
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36% Bias Score
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