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- 1Bird flu spreads in Utah cattle as US oversight falters●Utah, where plenty of cow herds were infected with birdflu. The 🧠🪱 does nothing. The CDC is gutted. The USDA is lead by
Bird flu has infected numerous cow herds in Utah, raising fears of a new pandemic in the United States. Critics say federal agencies are failing to respond: the CDC has been gutted of staff and capacity, the USDA is led by a politically appointed figure seen as a puppet, and mink farms plus spill-over to barnyard cats and mice are creating reservoirs for the virus to adapt to mammals.
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Illinois agricultural groups are hosting tours for international grain buyers, showcasing the state's corn and soybean crops to strengthen export relationships. Brownfield Ag News reports the visits help build trust with overseas customers and support demand for US grain. Illinois is a leading grain-producing state, and such buyer tours are a common tool for securing long-term trade partnerships.
- 3Washington State farm dramatically cuts irrigation needs●How a Washington State farm dramatically slashed its irrigation needs
A farm in Washington State has sharply reduced the amount of water it needs for irrigation, according to Yale Climate Connections. The report highlights the methods the operation used to cut its water use, a topic of growing interest as drought and competition for water intensify across the American West. Farmers and water managers are watching such examples for lessons on adapting agriculture to drier conditions.
- 4Iowa startups pursue advances in ag tech and bioplastics●Iowa startups explore better ag tech and bioplastics
Startups in Iowa are working on new agricultural technology and bioplastics, aiming to improve farming practices and offer sustainable alternatives to conventional plastics. The state's strong agricultural base makes it a natural setting for these ventures, and local coverage highlights the combination of crop-focused innovation and materials science as a growing startup niche in the region.