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Hot climate extremes and overcrowded industrial agriculture

* Extreme heat wave in France kills hundreds of thousands of poultry >>
https://news.mongabay.com/short-article/2026/06/extreme-heat-wave-in-france-kills-hundreds-of-thousands-of-poultry/

* "The heat is also hitting cattle farmers. High temperatures reduce feed intake, increase water demand and ⁠cut milk output. They're standing there with their mouths wide open, just trying to find air...It's very difficult, physically for people and for the animals." >>
https://www.reuters.com/business/environment/record-heat-causes-mass-poultry-deaths-france-2026-06-24/
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Extreme heat wave in France kills hundreds of thousands of poultry

Record temperatures have been causing mass poultry deaths in western France since June 22, Reuters reported. The heat wave, with temperatures exceeding 40° Celsius (104° Fahrenheit), is also behind the drowning of 40 people. Météo-France, the French national weather service, wrote in a statement that June 24 and 25 were the hottest days recorded in […]

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Animal of Things 17h ago

Livestock Biosecurity Requirements in South Dakota Every Producer Should Know

South Dakota's agricultural economy depends on healthy livestock herds, and protecting that health starts with strong on-farm biosecurity. Whether you raise cattle, hogs, poultry, sheep, or goats, the rules governing how you prevent, detect, and respond to disease are not optional — they are embedded in state law and enforced by the South Dakota Animal Industry Board (SD AIB). Understanding your obligations under South Dakota's livestock biosecurity framework helps you avoid costly […]

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Animal of Things 21h ago

Livestock Grazing on Public Land in Nebraska: A Rancher’s Practical Guide

Nebraska's open rangelands have supported cattle and sheep operations for generations, and public land grazing remains a cornerstone of the state's agricultural economy. Whether you run a cow-calf operation in the Sandhills or manage a mixed herd near the national grasslands, accessing federal and state trust acreage can meaningfully expand your carrying capacity without requiring additional deeded land purchases. That access, however, comes with a structured set of legal requirements, […]

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Animal of Things 22h ago

Livestock Fence Laws in Hawaii: What Every Animal Owner Needs to Know

Hawaii may be better known for its coastlines than its cattle ranches, but the state has a detailed body of fence law that every livestock owner must understand before running animals on any parcel of land. Most of Hawaii's fence and boundary line laws focus on agricultural boundaries and controlling wandering livestock. Whether you keep cattle on the Big Island, horses on Maui, or pigs on Kauai, the rules in Hawaii Revised Statutes (HRS) Chapter 142 govern what you can build, who pays when a […]

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Animal of Things 1d ago

Livestock Fence Laws in Vermont: What Every Landowner Needs to Know

Vermont's agricultural roots run deep, and so do its fencing statutes. Whether you raise cattle, sheep, goats, or swine, the rules governing how you contain your animals — and who pays when things go wrong — are spelled out in 24 V.S.A. Chapter 109, the state's longstanding Fences and Fence Viewers law. Understanding these rules protects you from civil liability, neighbor disputes, and costly repairs you may not have expected to shoulder alone. Vermont's fence statutes are among the […]

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Animal of Things 1d ago

Livestock Biosecurity Requirements in Ohio: What Every Producer Needs to Know

Ohio ranks among the top agricultural states in the nation, and with that comes a serious responsibility: protecting your herd from disease threats that can spread faster than you might expect. Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) continues to occur in the United States, and Ohio's poultry industry has been significantly impacted in recent years, particularly in western counties like Darke and Mercer. The risks are real, and the regulatory framework Ohio has built around livestock […]

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Agricultural and Rural Convention - ARC2020 [Unofficial]2d ago

Leaked Livestock Strategy Bets on Technofixes & Pulls From Industry Playbook

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.arc2020.eu/leaked-livestock-strategy-bets-on-technofixes-pulls-from-industry-playbook/

Animal of Things 1d ago

Livestock Fence Laws in Illinois: What Every Landowner Needs to Know

Illinois has some of the most established fence statutes in the Midwest, and if you keep livestock, those laws directly shape what you can build, what you must maintain, and what happens when something goes wrong. The Illinois Fence Act, found in the Illinois Compiled Statutes, mainly addresses rural and agricultural situations where fences serve the traditional purpose of containing livestock. Understanding these rules before you build — or before a dispute arises — can save you […]

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Animal of Things 1d ago

Livestock Biosecurity Requirements in Missouri Every Producer Should Know

Missouri ranks among the top agricultural states in the nation, and protecting that standing starts at the farm gate. Biosecurity is another way of saying "infectious disease control" — it includes actions that keep diseases, and the germs that cause them (viruses, bacteria, fungi, parasites, and other organisms), away from animals, property, and people. Whether you run a commercial cattle operation, a small swine herd, or a backyard poultry flock, the rules governing livestock biosecurity […]

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Animal of Things 1d ago

Livestock Biosecurity Requirements in Illinois: What Every Producer Needs to Know

Illinois ranks among the top agricultural states in the nation, and with that comes a serious responsibility: keeping your livestock healthy, your neighbors protected, and the state's food supply secure. A single disease introduction — whether through a new animal, a contaminated vehicle, or a visiting boot — can unravel years of herd development and trigger costly regulatory responses across county lines. Understanding the livestock biosecurity requirements in Illinois gives you a clear […]

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