Controlling wild pigs can work if it’s a group effort

Feral swine are found in at least 35 states in the U.S.

Teaming groups of private landowners with federal efforts yielded measurable success, at least in terms of defending cornfields.

What 1,000 Iowans have to say about the impact of factory farming

Sentient reports on Iowans' mixed feelings about factory farms, highlighting water quality concerns and economic benefits, revealing a pivotal moment for change.

As family farms decline and the climate heats up, farmers weigh what to do with their land

Grist reports that as family farms decline and climate change impacts agriculture, farmers like John Boyer are grappling with land preservation amid rising pressures.

What data on 11K farms reveals about the country’s factory farm hotbed

Sentient Media reports Iowa has the most factory farms, producing 170 billion pounds of manure annually, leading to severe water pollution and health risks, including cancer.

A sign warns passers-by that irrigation in the area uses treated sewage wastewater.

Cyclospora spreads through human waste – so how did it get on food?

US sewage treatment plants likely don’t get rid of all the disease-causing protozoa, and monitoring discharged wastewater for it is difficult.

Could plastic-eating robots clean up our oceans?

Reasons to be Cheerful reports on autonomous plastic-eating robots in cities worldwide led by The Ocean Cleanup which aims to remove 90% of ocean plastic by 2040, utilizing interceptors while facing challenges like biodiversity impact and microplastics.

A rescued Florida panther, one of fewer than 300 of the endangered big cats alive today, is released into the wild.

3 iconic animals show the value of the US Endangered Species Act – and the harm in stripping it away

The stories of a whale, a panther and a butterfly help explain why new interpretations of the Endangered Species Act could be catastrophic for species’ survival.

Power out? Here's how to keep your fridge on

(BPT) - If you've ever endured a power outage for any length of time, you know what a hassle it is. And one of the biggest issues? The loss of food and/or medications in your fridge and freezer. What …

Canada’s sustainable finance taxonomy: What it is, what is happening, and what’s coming next

Future of Good reports on Canada's sustainable finance taxonomy aimed at ensuring credible "green" investments as the country seeks $115 billion for net-zero targets by 2050.

The Louisiana fishermen refusing to go down with the ship

Atmos reports on Louisiana fishermen struggling against the impacts of a massive LNG plant in Cameron, which destroys their fishing grounds and livelihoods.