Mongolia’s Harsh Winter Claims Over 2 Million Livestock
Mongolia faces an unprecedented winter, with over two million livestock perishing due to extreme cold and heavy snowfall, exacerbated by climate change and a summer drought.
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Devastating Winter in Mongolia Kills Over 2 Million Livestock
Mongolia’s severe winter, or ‘dzud,’ has led to the death of over 2 million livestock, with more than 80% of the country covered in snow, impacting the agricultural sector.
Unprecedented Floods Submerge Greece’s Thriving Thessaly Farms
Unprecedented flooding in Greece’s Thessaly plain has devastated key agricultural lands, leaving farmers like Babis Evangelinos grappling with submerged crops and lost livelihoods.
Botswana Seeks Sustainable Solutions to Human-Wildlife Conflict
Botswana is striving to develop sustainable strategies to mitigate human-wildlife conflict, aiming for harmony between communities and wildlife while addressing economic challenges.
Hainan’s Tropical Expertise Fuels Agricultural Growth in Africa
Hainan’s agri-tech expertise boosts agricultural development in Africa through a new demonstration center in the Republic of Congo.
Mongolia’s Harsh Dzud Winter Kills Over 1.5 Million Livestock
A severe winter, known as dzud, has killed over 1.5 million livestock in Mongolia, impacting the nation’s agriculture and herders.
Mongolia Faces Record Livestock Deaths as Harsh Winter “dzud” Rages
Mongolia’s livestock deaths due to extreme winter weather, “dzud”, have surged to 667,841 this season, with eastern provinces hardest hit.
Dandelions and Desert Shrubs: The Future of U.S. Rubber?
Researchers explore how dandelions and desert shrubs like guayule could revolutionize the U.S. rubber industry, offering sustainable alternatives for medical and industrial uses.
Hundreds of Roman Farmers Protest with Tractors at Colosseum
Hundreds of farmers rallied in Rome on Thursday, parking tractors outside the Colosseum to demand change and better support from the government.
Climate Change Amplifies Desert Locust Swarms, Study Reveals
A new study finds that climate change is intensifying extreme weather, leading to larger and more destructive desert locust swarms that threaten global food security.