Severe storms have devastating impact on Central California crops
Pistachio farmer Nader Malakan estimates that about 1,200 acres of pistachio crops were destroyed, to the tune of $15 million.
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The food we eat and its impact on climate change
The global food system — the growing, processing, consuming and disposing of food — makes up a third of greenhouse gas emissions each year. What can be changed?
U.K. cows could get methane suppressants to limit farm emissions
Officials say that agriculture and other land-use emissions make up 11% of the U.K.'s net greenhouse gas emissions, with livestock making up the largest share.
Agriculture secretary discusses rising food prices
As food prices continue to rise, farmers are struggling to stay afloat. U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack joins CBS News' "Prime Time" to discuss the issue.
Farmers look tiny next to their gigantic ox
This 6-foot ox lives on a farm in Massachusetts and has become a sensation — not only because of his massive size, but for the gentle giant's love for belly scratches and apples.
How farmers are adapting to climate change
Farmers have always dealt with the whims of Mother Nature, but a warming planet could prove devastating to farms all over the world. Correspondent Ben Tracy reports on how climate change is already changing what crops can be grown where, and how some food companies are turning to artificial intelligence to help find solutions.
With climate change, crops migrate north
Farmers have always dealt with the whims of Mother Nature, but a warming planet could prove devastating to farms all over the world, changing what crops can be grown where.
Alaska gambles on turning boreal forest into farmland
As the state warms twice as fast as the rest of the U.S., once frozen land is now thawed out and up for grabs.
Inflation and bird flu raise turkey prices
Turkey, the centerpiece of Thanksgiving, is up 17% from last year as farmers are dealing with a one-two punch of soaring costs and the highly contagious avian flu, which is on par for one of its deadliest years yet. Nancy Chen takes a look at the price increases and some ways to save.
Could daylight saving become thing of the past?
Most of the U.S. will enjoy an extra hour of sleep as clocks fall back on Sunday. But there's growing momentum to make the tradition a thing of the past. Errol Barnett takes a look.
Extreme heat costs cotton farmers billions
As the cotton harvest season gets underway across Texas, climate change is threatening the $7 billion industry. Janet Shamlian takes a look at how a bad harvest can ripple through the economy.
Farmers turn to agave amid drought
As drought conditions affect crops, farmers in California are turning to growing agave. The plant, traditionally grown in Mexico and used for making tequila, is able to grow with nearly no water, although it does take time before it is ready to harvest. KOVR reporter Elizabeth Klinge has more.
Rising temperatures impact California tomatoes
One in four of all tomatoes on the planet are grown in the state of California. With temperatures increasing across the country, California tomato farmers are now experiencing significant loss in their crop yields. CBS Bay Area's Elizabeth Cook has the story.
Inflation threatening American farmers
The tentative agreement between railway companies and its workers is welcome news to farmers who depend on trains to transport their goods. But it's not the only issue in America threatening farmers. Mark McHargue, president of the Nebraska Farm Bureau, joined CBS News to discuss the impact inflation has had on farms across the country.
Agave proving to be an ideal crop in California
Ongoing drought conditions in California are forcing farmers to look at alternative crops that require much less water. Agave, traditionally grown in Mexico, is now proving to be an ideal and lucrative crop for many farmers in the region. Elizabeth Klinge has the details.
Greta Thunberg backs Indian farmers' protest despite "threats"
The government in New Delhi has dismisses celebrity interjections into a months-long standoff as "sensationalist social media hashtags."
House committee to make Epstein files public after Justice Department subpoena
The House Oversight Committee intends to release the documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein case, a spokesperson said.
Hurricane Erin likely to grow and bring dangerous rip currents to East Coast
Meteorologists are closely tracking the projected path and forecast of Hurricane Erin, which is the first hurricane to develop over the Atlantic this year.
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.
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.
Trump working to arrange a summit between Putin, Zelenskyy
President Trump is working to coordinate a meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy after Monday's talks.
FDA warns some Walmart shrimp carry risk of radioactive contamination
Some packages of Great Value frozen shrimp sold at Walmart are at risk for potential for Cesium-137 contamination, the FDA says.
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U.S. strikes deportation deals with Honduras and Uganda, documents show
The U.S. has expanded its campaign to persuade countries to aid its crackdown on illegal immigration by accepting deportations of migrants who are not their own citizens.
Hurricane Erin forces Outer Banks evacuations; East Coast beaches close
Hurricane Erin is forcing evacuations on North Carolina's Outer Banks as it threatens to whip up wild waves and tropical force winds.
State Department revokes over 6,000 student visas
More than a million foreign students study in the U.S. each year.