CultureSouth Africa has been the home of white Afrikaners since the 17th century, but experts warn that the brutal violence against them could escalate into open genocide.
agriculture
New research on the bovaer supplement amid a wave of criticism
DenmarkThere are concerns about how the methane-reducing additive may affect animals and their welfare in the longer term.
Danish farmers forced to pay carbon tax
Denmark"We will be the first country in the world to introduce a carbon tax on agriculture", says climate and energy minister Lars Aagaard.
Lidl starts selling vegetables grown with classical music in Sweden
SwedenThe grocery chain has decided to install sound systems that play classical music on its farms to encourage growth.
Hacker attack kills cow
TechThe automated milking system was attacked and animal health data could no longer be read.
Potato cultivation on the decline in the EU
EuropeThis is a 37% decrease since 2000, with leaf mold and too much rain cited as the culprits.
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Banned pesticides found in Swedish crops
EnvironmentBanned insecticide found in red coneflower and basil.
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