Halophytes: Could salt-loving plants save coastal farming?
As rising seas salinise soils, scientists and chefs in the Venice lagoon are turning to forgotten halophytes. Discover how these resilient plants could safeguard our food future.
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Brent Geese Gather at Norfolk Pier in Winter Display
A Norfolk pier becomes a stage for thousands of dark-bellied Brent geese, a vital winter ritual. Discover the spectacle and why these migratory birds matter.
Farmers 'bewildered and frightened' by inheritance tax reforms
A major government review identifies inheritance tax as the single biggest threat to farming viability. New 20% levy on farms over £1m sparks industry fear and protests. Read the full report.
Nature-friendly farming schemes hit by funding and contract issues
England's ambitious landscape recovery scheme faces low uptake as new contracts allow termination with just one year's notice and funding is slashed. Conservationists warn of a major step back for wildlife.
Seismic Waves Could Revolutionise Soil Health Mapping
A groundbreaking technique using seismic waves to map soil health could boost crop yields and help prevent famine. Experts say it's a potential 'holy grail' for agriculture.
Seismic Waves to Unlock Soil Health Secrets
A breakthrough project using seismology promises to 'see' into soil, boosting yields and cutting pollution. Could this be the holy grail of sustainable agriculture?
UK farmers lose £828m after hottest spring and summer
A new study reveals UK arable farmers face over £800m in losses after the hottest spring and summer on record devastated harvests. Discover the impact on food security and calls for urgent support.
Myanmar conflict drives 18% rise in opium farming
The ongoing civil war in Myanmar has triggered an 18% annual increase in opium poppy cultivation, reshaping global narcotics supply chains and funding armed groups. Read the full analysis.
UK Seaside Towns on the Comeback Trail
Discover how five classic British seaside resorts, from Blackpool to Weston-super-Mare, are undergoing major regeneration to reclaim their glory days. Perfect for your next staycation.
Last day for £79 Parkdean seaside holiday sale
Parkdean Resorts' huge Black Friday sale ends tonight, with four-night UK coastal breaks from just £79. Over 200,000 holidays are discounted by up to 50%. Act fast to secure your bargain getaway.
UK Coastal Towns Demand Minister to Tackle Deprivation
Labour MP Polly Billington leads push for coastal communities minister as new data reveals nine of England's ten most deprived neighbourhoods are in seaside towns.
Young NZ Farmers Struggle with Land Ownership
Young farmers in New Zealand face impossible barriers to land ownership despite feeding the nation. Discover the human stories behind the statistics and what's being done.
Lone grey seal pup faces survival challenge in Cornwall
A vulnerable grey seal pup in Cornwall prepares for its first swim as tides rise. Discover the harsh realities of seal pup survival against storms and pollution. Read more about UK wildlife.
Clarkson bans non-British cakes from his pub
Jeremy Clarkson enforces a strict 100% British ingredient policy at his pub, The Farmer's Dog, even banning customer birthday cakes. Discover his costly commitment to UK farming.
5,500 US Toxic Sites Face Coastal Flooding Risk
New study reveals thousands of hazardous US facilities handling waste, sewage and oil could flood due to rising seas. Urgent action needed to protect vulnerable communities.
Canadian wolves learn to loot crab traps for bait
Researchers capture astonishing footage of coastal wolves systematically raiding crab traps in British Columbia, revealing new dimensions of wolf intelligence and learned behaviour.
SNP: Scotland's £28m fishing fund 'an insult'
SNP minister Mairi Gougeon condemns UK government's £28m fishing allocation for Scotland as 'unacceptable insult'. Holyrood to vote on demanding fair share.
NYC's Edgemere still waits for flood protection
A decade after Hurricane Sandy devastated their community, residents of Edgemere, Queens say the city has forgotten its promise to protect them from flooding while wealthy areas get defences.
California farms sprayed 15m lbs of PFAS on crops
Shocking study reveals California farms applied 15 million pounds of PFAS 'forever chemicals' to food crops between 2018-2023, posing serious health risks to consumers and farmworkers.
Treasury delays farming report until after Budget
Government accused of burying farming review revealing inheritance tax concerns. Key report with 57 recommendations delayed until after Autumn Budget. Read the full story.
UK Flood Crisis: Millions of Homes at Risk
Revealing the hidden UK flood crisis: 8 million properties face flood risk by 2050 as insurance becomes unaffordable and towns face abandonment. Discover the urgent truth.
Hayling Island: A Coastal Gem Near London
Discover Hayling Island, a stunning escape less than two hours from London. Explore miles of award-winning beaches, rich history, and world-class water sports for the perfect day trip or weekend.
Seabird feeding frenzy observed at Tyrella Beach
Witness the dramatic seabird feeding frenzy at Tyrella Beach, County Down, where gannets, gulls and cormorants hunt fish in a spectacular natural display of survival.
Tofino's race against time for tsunami survival
The Canadian coastal town of Tofino faces an inevitable megathrust earthquake and tsunami. Discover how this community prepares for a disaster that could strike at any moment.
Bird flu outbreak: UK government imposes new measures
The UK government has announced new national measures to contain a spike in bird flu cases. Here's what you need to know about the risk and the safety of poultry products.
Brazil's Green Desert: Farmers Reclaim Land
In Brazil's Bahia state, local communities are fighting back against vast eucalyptus plantations that have created ecological dead zones, threatening water supplies and traditional livelihoods.
UK livestock farms exposed in climate emissions scandal
Shocking investigation reveals hundreds of factory farms failing to report their climate impact, undermining Britain's net zero targets and environmental accountability.
UK Farming Crisis: Third of Farmers Made No Profit
Shocking new data reveals nearly a third of UK farmers operated at break-even or loss in the past year, threatening Britain's food security and rural economy.
Alaska's Sinking Village: Permafrost Crisis
The remote Yup'ik community of Nunapitchuk faces an existential threat as climate change rapidly melts the frozen ground beneath their homes, forcing residents to make an impossible choice: adapt or relocate.
Century-old shipwreck mystery unearthed on beach
Maritime archaeologists are investigating a mysterious wooden shipwreck that emerged from the sands of a Victorian beach, potentially revealing secrets from over a century ago.
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