Gardener's Essential March Planting Tip and Spring Jobs
Professional gardener Rob Brett reveals the one key plant to prioritise in March, alongside expert advice from the RHS and Monty Don on essential spring gardening tasks.
Category : Agriculture
Ohio Farm Fire Kills 6,000 Pigs in Wind-Fueled Blaze
A devastating fire at Fine Oak Farms near Columbus, Ohio, killed approximately 6,000 pigs after high winds spread flames through barn ventilation systems. No human injuries were reported.
Dog Gives Birth to Record 17 Puppies in Kent
A family in Blean, Kent, is astonished as their Irish Setter delivers a record-breaking litter of 17 Irish Doodle puppies after a 13-hour labour, requiring 12 tins of dog food daily.
Ohio Hog Farm Fire Kills 6,000 Animals, Smoke Visible for Miles
A devastating fire at Fine Oak Farms in London, Ohio, has resulted in the deaths of approximately 6,000 hogs, with no human injuries reported. Strong winds and limited water supply hampered firefighting efforts.
Volcanic Ash Becomes Fertilisers in Sicily and Iceland
A Sicilian project reveals volcanic ash as a sustainable fertiliser, cutting chemical use and costs. Farmers in Iceland also report crop benefits, but EU regulations hinder commercial reuse.
California Oil Town Faces Future as Valero Refinery Closes
Benicia, California confronts economic and identity crisis as its largest employer, the Valero oil refinery, prepares to close permanently, testing whether an oil-dependent community can reinvent itself.
Bamboo Jungle to Open Sky: A Family's Garden Restoration
A family's garden, overgrown into an impenetrable bamboo forest after decades of neglect, was transformed by a quiet local man with an excavator, revealing the sky once hidden by chaos.
Prune 5 Plants in February or Risk Fewer Summer Blooms
Gardening experts reveal a crucial late-winter pruning window for five key plants, including buddleia and hydrangeas, warning that missing it could lead to disappointing blooms and smaller harvests this summer.
First Tomatoes with Buttered Popcorn Aroma Created by Scientists
Chinese researchers have used CRISPR gene editing to create tomatoes that smell like buttered popcorn, aiming to preserve flavour lost during transport and storage.
Indigenous Group Sues WA for $1.5bn Asbestos Cleanup
The Banjima people have launched a $1.5bn legal claim against the Western Australia government to clean up toxic asbestos waste at Wittenoom, described as the largest contaminated site in the southern hemisphere.
Cyprus Vaccinates Livestock to Halt Foot-and-Mouth Disease Spread
Cyprus initiates a mass vaccination campaign for thousands of goats, sheep, hogs, and cows to contain a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak threatening halloumi cheese exports and requiring culling of over 13,000 animals.
Doomsday Vault Adds 7,800 Seed Varieties in Arctic Expansion
The Svalbard Global Seed Vault has received over 7,800 new seed varieties, bringing its total to 1.38 million. This Arctic bunker serves as a global backup to protect agriculture from disasters.
Why Food Justice Isn't Being Served in America
Food justice remains elusive in America due to systemic inequalities, with access to nutritious food hindered by economic disparities and policy failures.
Marrow Schnitzels: A Crunchy Zucchini Season Recipe
Alice Zaslavsky shares a recipe for 'marrow me' schnitzels, using zucchini or marrow for a crispy, vegetarian dish perfect for summer abundance.
DIY Weed Killer: 2-Ingredient Solution Kills Patio Weeds Fast
A gardening expert reveals a simple homemade weed killer using white vinegar and bicarbonate of soda that effectively eliminates patio weeds within 24 hours, offering a chemical-free alternative.
Locust Swarms Threaten Spanish Canary Islands
Locust swarms from Africa have descended on Lanzarote, Tenerife, Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura, raising concerns about a potential agricultural plague similar to past devastating episodes.
Locust Swarms Hit Canary Islands: Officials Issue Calm Message
Authorities in Lanzarote, Tenerife, Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura urge tourists to stay calm as locust swarms arrive from Western Sahara. While not dangerous to humans, officials warn of potential crop threats if numbers escalate into a plague.
Centralia: Town with Underground Fire Burning for Centuries
Centralia, Pennsylvania, is a ghost town where an underground coal fire has burned since the 1960s. Most residents left, but a few remain defiantly as nature reclaims the streets.
Mystic Seaport Digs Out Historic Whaling Ship After Snowstorm
Workers at Mystic Seaport Museum in Connecticut carefully cleared two feet of snow from the historic Charles W. Morgan whaling ship using only rubber and plastic tools to protect the delicate wooden decks.
UK Farmers to Lose Money in New Environmental Plans
New government proposals for environmental land management schemes could result in financial losses for British farmers, raising concerns over agricultural sustainability and rural economies.
Ivory Coast Cocoa Crisis: 200,000 Tons Unsold Amid Price Drop
Ivory Coast faces a mounting cocoa crisis with 200,000 metric tons unsold by March's end, as government-set prices above global rates deter traders, threatening farmers' livelihoods and market stability.
Bird Feeder Warning: Move Feeders Away from Homes
Pest control experts advise moving bird feeders away from houses to prevent rat infestations as spring approaches. Bird seed and fat balls can attract rodents seeking warmth and food.
Scientists Engineer Tomatoes with Buttered Popcorn Aroma
Chinese researchers have developed a novel tomato variety using CRISPR gene editing that emits a distinctive 'buttered popcorn' smell, aiming to combat flavour loss during transport and storage.
World's First Popcorn-Scented Tomatoes Created by Scientists
Chinese researchers have developed a novel tomato variety with a buttery popcorn aroma using CRISPR technology, aiming to preserve flavour during transport and storage.
Leca Balls vs Soil: A New Houseplant Growth Hack?
Discover if switching from soil to Leca clay balls can deter pests, reduce watering errors, and boost plant health for your indoor garden.
Young Fishermen Network Offers Cornwall's Youth a Future
In Newlyn, Cornwall, young people are turning to fishing through taster days and training to escape low-wage seasonal jobs, revitalising a declining industry with stable careers and community pride.
Stop Watering Plants Weekly, Expert Warns in New Guide
Plant influencer Jonny Balchandani challenges long-held houseplant care beliefs, advocating for tactile soil tests over rigid schedules and debunking humidity myths.
Stop Watering Plants Weekly, Expert Warns
Plant influencer Jonny Balchandani challenges long-held houseplant care beliefs, including weekly watering schedules and misting for humidity, offering practical advice for healthier indoor gardens.
Houseplant Myths Debunked: Watering Truths Revealed
Plant influencer Jonny Balchandani challenges common watering myths, offering expert advice on overwatering, humidity, and plant care for thriving indoor gardens.
Scarification: Gardening Trick for Faster Seed Germination
Learn how scarification helps tough-coated seeds sprout faster by mimicking natural processes. Discover simple methods like sanding, nicking, and soaking for better garden results.
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