California peach growers threatened by climate change
This past winter, stone fruits like peaches, plums, apricots and cherries in California's Central Valley didn't get consistent cold weather that regulates the trees' nutrients.
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Peach growers sound alarm over climate change
The peaches harvested at Masumoto Family Farm in California's Central Valley are so delicious, they are sought after by world-famous restaurants. But this year's harvest signals trouble: there are 30% fewer peaches to pick due to warmer winters that disrupted the sleep cycles of the trees. Elizabeth Cook reports.
Corn farmer says saltwater is killing his crops
A slow-motion crisis is unfolding on coastal farmland. Little by little, salt water is mixing in with fresh in a process called intrusion. David Schechter reports.
Extreme heat affecting millions of Americans
Extreme and dangerous heat is impacting millions of people across the country. In some areas, it felt as hot as 115 degrees Fahrenheit. Lana Zak has more from Iowa City.
Australia to ease restrictions on U.S. beef imposed over mad cow disease
U.S. agriculture secretary credits Trump as Australia announces easing of restrictions on U.S. beef imports. But will Aussie consumers take advantage?
Farmers react to USAID spending cuts
The spending cuts passed in Washington include major funding cuts to organizations like United States Agency for International Development, which provides food and services overseas. Some farmers told CBS News' Lana Zak they're concerned American famers could be severely impacted.
More details on California farm worker strike
Farm workers in Southern California are urging people not to buy produce as they strike over immigration raids. CBS News' Nidia Cavazos has the latest.
A year after historic Midwest flooding, farmers look to recover losses
Dave and Judy Oberg lost their home in 2024's historic flooding and had to sell off more than a third of their farmland to get a new house.
Sheep do some lamb-scaping on solar farms
In the small farming town of LaSalle, sheep move in for the summer to help manage the landscaping responsibilities on a 5 megawatt solar farm. CBS News Colorado's Dillon Thomas has the story.
Trump ends ICE pause on some industries
The Trump administration has lifted its short-lived pause on immigration arrests at farms, hotels and restaurants. CBS News' Nicole Sganga and Kelly O'Grady have more.
In Sicily, protecting pistachios from thieves
With the biennial harvest upon them, farmers of the valuable crop are getting assistance from Italy's paramilitary security force. Seth Doane reports.
Ex-aid worker helps farmers export spices
Entrepreneur Ethan Frisch was living in Afghanistan when he discovered ingredients he'd never before tasted. Now, he works with farmers to export spices from 13 countries.
India blames farmers for dangerous air pollution
India's government claims toxic air pollution in New Delhi is the result of burning fields as farmers prepare land for new crops. CBS News' Arshad Zargar has more.
As wolf packs grow in California, cattle ranchers face mounting losses
Once nearly extinct in the United States, wolves are making a comeback in California. Cattle ranchers are feeling the impact.
Scientists aiming to stay ahead of bird flu
So far, the only people to come down with bird flu got it from animals. Dr. Jon LaPook reports on how research is underway to keep bird flu from mutating into a form that could spread from person to person.
NASA warns of saltwater contamination
Over the next century, three of four coastal communities will face the threat of saltwater contaminating drinking and irrigation water because of rising sea levels, according to NASA. It's already happening along the Delaware Bay on the East Coast. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter has more.
Farmer says Trump's tariffs are destructive
President Trump has vowed that his tariffs will ultimately benefit America's farmers, but at least one farmer feels otherwise. John Boyd, President of the National Black Farmers Association, joins "America Decides" to discuss the tariffs' impact and how the government could help farmers.
Trade tension with China impacts U.S. farmers
Less than 24 hours after tariffs went into effect, President Trump announced a 90-day pause on most of his new tariffs and lowered "reciprocal tariffs" to 10%. However, tariffs on China have increased to 125%. As trade tensions escalate, U.S. farmers say they are caught in the middle.
Soybean farmer condemns Trump tariffs
China has responded to President Trump's import taxes with a 34% retaliatory tariff on all U.S. goods entering China. One industry that could be hit hard is farming, where exports account for roughly 20% of U.S. agriculture production. John Boyd, farm owner and president of the National Black Farmers Association, joins to discuss the impact.
Trump on tariffs negative impact
President Trump says economic turbulence will be temporary after his tariff announcement, but businesses and farmers are already making drastic moves to navigate the uncertainty ahead. CBS News' Weijia Jiang and Lana Zak have the latest.
Florida orange juice production drops amid crop disease, low demand
Already decimated by a disease called citrus greening, Florida's orange groves can't seem to catch a break.
How one small farm fights to stay operational
Small farms have been hit hard by the growth of large agriculture operations. Scores have gone out of business. For African-American farmers, it's even more dire: In the last 100 years, they have lost almost 90% of their acreage, an estimated $326 billion worth of land. One small-town Texas woman has found a way to keep her small business competitive.
Bird flu ripping through California dairy farms
California has over 1,100 dairy farms, two-thirds of which have been impacted by the bird flu outbreak. A leading suspect is contaminated milking machines. Dr. Jon LaPook reports.
What's behind Trump offering White South African farmers U.S. citizenship?
Trump says he'll offer White South African farmers "safe refuge" as U.S. citizens, but do they actually want it?
Immigration policies tariff impact farmers
The board of directors at a "National Milk Producers Federation" meeting this week said immigration, alongside tariffs, is the number one challenge facing dairy farmers. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Motoya-Galvez reports on the connection between immigration and food prices. Caleb Ragland, a farmer from Kentucky, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss tariffs' impact on American farmers.
U.S. seeking to set up Putin-Zelenskyy summit in wake of White House meetings
President Trump hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders at the White House Monday. They presented a united front on the Russia-Ukraine war.
Maps show Ukrainian territories claimed by Russia
Russian troops currently control about 20% of Ukrainian territory, but the Ukrainian constitution forbids giving up territory or trading land.
Hurricane Erin likely to grow and bring dangerous rip currents to East Coast
Erin is the first hurricane to develop over the Atlantic this year, and meteorologists are closely tracking its path and forecast.
Trump vows to try banning mail-in voting before 2026 midterms -- but can he?
President Trump says he plans to sign an executive order "to end mail-in ballots, because they're corrupt." Here's what to know about his claims.
Air Canada flight attendants end strike after tentative accord with carrier
The union representing 10,000 Air Canada flight attendants says it's reached a tentative agreement with the carrier and their strike, which had entered its fourth day, is over.
Kohberger's behavior alarmed university faculty, students before murders
More than 550 pages of investigation documents were released by Idaho State Police in response to public records requests.
Texas Democrat locked in state Capitol after refusing police escort
House leaders mandated police escorts for Democrats to guarantee they return for Wednesday's session.
Venezuela deploying millions of militia after "outlandish threats" by U.S.
The U.S. military has also reportedly deployed several vessels to the southern Caribbean, as part of President Trump's crackdown on Latin American drug cartels.
Missouri AG Andrew Bailey to become FBI co-deputy director, joining Bongino
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey will serve as the FBI's co-deputy director, alongside the law enforcement agency's current second-in-command, Dan Bongino.