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In 2016, a North Carolina solar company began using 80 sheep alongside mechanical and chemical methods; the operation later grew to 590 sheep across 300 acres- Israel election 2026: Netanyahu might be finished but his policies toward the Palestinians will largely endure
- In 2019, New York farmer Erica Frenay sent 59 sheep to graze at a solar farm for five months; she earned $2,325 while allowing her own pasture to recover
- A Colorado family spent over 100 years raising cattle and growing crops on 10,000 acres; then 30 wind turbines added another income stream to their ranchThe Kochis family revitalized their historic ranch, creating the Rush Creek Wind Farm while preserving their farming legacy. Featuring 30 w...25 Oct, 2026, 03.35 PM IST
- Before 1850, Americans grew Dyer’s woad for blue dye; in the Great Basin, one infestation later grew from 12,000 to 150,000 acres in eight yearsDyer's woad, once used for blue dye, has become an invasive species in the American West. This plant produces a high number of seeds and th...20 Oct, 2026, 04.30 PM IST
- Scientists kept rabbits out of experimental plots in New Mexico's desert for 50 years; by 1989, one grass had 30 times more basal area in protected plotsConducted in the arid expanses of New Mexico's Chihuahuan Desert, a pivotal study investigated the impact of rabbit exclusion on local vege...20 Oct, 2026, 03.10 PM IST
- USDA scientists fenced 1 hectare of aspen against elk but allowed deer, bears and other animals through; within 1 year, protected trees gained 14.5 cm more heightResearch on a ranch in Colorado highlighted the effectiveness of a unique fence in fostering the growth of young aspens. It successfully ke...20 Oct, 2026, 03.00 PM IST
- From Gulshan Kumar to Tiger Shroff: Bollywood figures in the crosshairsActor Tiger Shroff escaped unharmed after shots were fired at him in Juhu, Mumbai. This incident adds to a series of shootings targeting Bo...18 Oct, 2026, 09.42 PM IST
- In 2024, a New York dairy farmer wanted solar income without losing his fields; the 6.5-megawatt project was designed around crops and cowsA pioneering dairy farmer in northern New York is merging the realms of agriculture and solar energy by partnering with a solar developer o...18 Oct, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
- Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu calls for roadmap to boost yak economy, herders’ incomeArunachal Chief Minister Pema Khandu emphasized the importance of creating a roadmap for yak conservation. He highlighted the need to suppo...17 Oct, 2026, 08.44 PM IST
- In 2024, a New York dairy farmer kept farming alongside a 6.5-megawatt solar project; wider panel spacing allowed tractors to pass and hay to growAn increasing number of farmers are exploring solar leases as a way to secure consistent income while maintaining their agricultural practi...17 Oct, 2026, 02.10 PM IST
- In 2021, a North Carolina farmer struggling to expand his sheep business found 33 acres beneath solar panels; then landed a second solar grazing contractAlex Greer strategically utilized a program that links farmers with solar developers to enhance his sheep business. By securing grazing con...17 Oct, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
- Nevada removed feral horses and burros from Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge; some streamside and upland vegetation gradually recoveredFeral horses and burros were removed from the Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge in Nevada to aid ecosystem recovery. Although some vegetatio...14 Oct, 2026, 01.30 PM IST
- Ex-gang leader faces maximum penalty of life in prison for Tupac Shakur murderA former gang leader was set to be sentenced on Tuesday for orchestrating the 1996 drive-by shooting death of hip-hop star Tupac Shakur in ...13 Oct, 2026, 03.37 PM IST
- In 1921, America introduced cogongrass as a forage crop; later used for soil control, the invasive grass now covers more than 1 million acres in FloridaCogongrass was brought to the United States in the early 20th century with the noble goal of supporting agriculture and curbing erosion. Ho...13 Oct, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
- In 1943, Kentucky released a hardy pasture grass that farmers embraced; today, tall fescue covers an estimated 35 million acres, while its hidden fungus causes costly cattle health problemsIn 1931, tall fescue grass was first found in Kentucky and later spread throughout the eastern United States. While it's advantageous for f...13 Oct, 2026, 01.10 PM IST
- Ex-BJP MLA Bhadana killed by villagers following dispute over restarting stone crusher in BharatpurAtar Singh Bhadana, a former BJP MLA, was attacked by villagers in Bhonda village on Sunday night. The attack stemmed from a longstanding d...12 Oct, 2026, 10.20 AM IST
- Drought, fodder crisis push Latur farmers to harvest sugarcane for cattle feedFarmers in Latur district are facing a severe fodder crisis due to a lack of rainfall. Many are forced to harvest sugarcane crops to feed t...03 Oct, 2026, 03.01 PM IST
- In 1999, 17 wind turbines went up on a Minnesota soybean-and-cattle farm; farming continued as turbine leases provided additional incomeSince 1999, rural Minnesota farmers have harnessed wind turbines for financial stability. Each turbine's land lease can bring in between $2...01 Oct, 2026, 01.50 PM IST
- In 2001, 125 wind turbines went up on Texas land used for sheep grazing and hunting; those uses continued, while the project paid about $930,000 in school taxesIn Texas, large wind turbines coexist with agricultural activities, allowing farmers to maintain traditional crops and livestock. Many land...30 Sep, 2026, 07.00 PM IST
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