food security
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European Greens Call for Extraordinary Summit to Tackle Extreme Heat
European Green MEPs are calling for an emergency EU summit to address the continent’s intensifying extreme heat and systemic food insecurity crises.
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India Hits Record Rice Stockpile Levels Amid Global Supply Stability Efforts
India’s rice reserves have soared to a record 68.43 million metric tons, providing a critical buffer against potential El Niño-related climate disruptions.
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Malaysia Balances Election Pressures with Energy and Food Security Challenges
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s administration faces a complex landscape as it prepares for state elections in Johor and Negeri Sembilan while navigating inflation, potential Russian oil imports, and climate-driven food insecurity.
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Global Food Security at a Breaking Point: Climate Volatility and Geopolitical Instability
From the UK to Mozambique, extreme weather and geopolitical conflict are converging to create an unprecedented global food security crisis.
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The Hidden Cost of the Strait of Hormuz Blockade on Your Kitchen
Rising energy costs from the Strait of Hormuz blockade are poised to inflate grocery bills, disproportionately affecting vulnerable households worldwide.
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US Farm Bill Stalls as Agriculture Sector Demands Urgent Stability
Seven years after the last comprehensive farm bill, US producers are calling for legislative action to prevent looming economic cliff-edges and market volatility.
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EU proposal to cull sheep threatens Feta cheese production
A European Union proposal to cull sheep due to concerns over rare diseases could devastate the production of Feta cheese, producers warn.
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Daily Star: Food Security, Free Agency, and Climate Policy—A 2025 Crossroads
Explore how The Daily Star’s recent coverage connects the threads of food security erosion, historic shifts in baseball’s free agency, and the ongoing debate over climate policy—revealing the pressures and decisions shaping our world in 2025.
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Pennsylvania’s $2 Million SNAP Incentive: Shapiro Administration Backs Fresh Food Access Push
A new $2 million SNAP nutrition incentive, championed by Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski and supported by the Shapiro administration, aims to make fresh fruits and vegetables more accessible for Pennsylvania’s SNAP recipients while boosting local farmers and food retailers.
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California DOJ Leads National Push for SNAP Benefit Answers Amid Government Shutdown
California Attorney General Rob Bonta, alongside 22 other state attorneys general, is demanding urgent clarification from the USDA as millions face uncertainty over November SNAP benefits due to an ongoing federal shutdown.
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Killer Fungus Threatens Europe Amid Climate Change
A deadly fungus, Aspergillus, may spread across Europe due to rising temperatures, posing significant health and food security risks.
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Supporting Artsakh’s Displaced: Armenia’s E-Card Initiative for Resilience
In a significant step to bolster social protection in Armenia, a new initiative provides targeted financial assistance to vulnerable families displaced from Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh) and households facing socio-economic challenges. This program, a collaboration between the Armenian Ministry of Labor and…
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Safeguarding Sevan’s Sig: Armenia Bans Roe Exports to Boost Fish Stocks
Armenia has taken decisive action to protect the fragile ecosystem of Lake Sevan by imposing a temporary ban on the export of sig fish roe. This measure, announced at the December 27th cabinet meeting, prioritizes food security, promotes the sustainable…
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Duty-Free Import of 9,000 Tons of Meat in Armenia: A Threat to Agriculture
On December 27th, the Armenian government approved a decision to exempt up to 9,000 tons of imported beef from customs duties. This measure, intended to bolster domestic meat processing and meet market demand, presents a complex challenge with potential ramifications…
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Import of Live Pigs to Armenia to Be Restricted for Six Months
The Armenian government, during its November 21 session, approved a temporary quantitative restriction on the import of live pigs to Armenia and established new import procedures. According to the decision, a six-month limit will be imposed on the import of…