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    First fungi survey in Southern Islands in over a century yields species new to S’pore

    English

    May 31, 2025
    The Straits Times

    First fungi survey in Southern Islands in over a century yields species new to S’pore

    44 animal species were also documented in the biodiversity survey led by NParks. Read more at straitstimes.com.
    In a first, NParks trials use of dead bird effigies to prevent crows from congregating

    English

    May 31, 2025
    The Straits Times

    In a first, NParks trials use of dead bird effigies to prevent crows from congregating

    House crows are considered an invasive species in Singapore and pose a threat to local biodiversity. Read more at straitstimes.com.
    Government accused of watering down environment rules in housebuilding proposals

    English

    May 27, 2025
    Sky News

    Government accused of watering down environment rules in housebuilding proposals

    The government has described the simplified biodiversity net gain rules for medium-sized developments as a "win-win for nature and development".
    Meath Gaelscoil wins prize worth €10,000 as overall winners of the Nature Hero Award

    English

    May 27, 2025
    TheJournal.ie

    Meath Gaelscoil wins prize worth €10,000 as overall winners of the Nature Hero Award

    “Our pupils have had an amazing time transforming our school grounds into a biodiversity haven.”
    North Devon just got greener with three massive new forests

    English

    May 27, 2025
    Devon Live

    North Devon just got greener with three massive new forests

    North Devon has planted over 200,000 trees across new woodlands as part of a historic rewilding project to fight climate change and boost biodiversity
    Fast-track to where? The new law opening up New Zealand to a mining boom

    English

    May 27, 2025
    The Guardian

    Fast-track to where? The new law opening up New Zealand to a mining boom

    Critics say the country’s unique biodiversity is at risk as the government plans to boost mineral exports to $3bn by 2035
    Massive boost for biodiversity at 200-acre Mawgan Habitat Bank

    English

    May 26, 2025
    Cornwall Live

    Massive boost for biodiversity at 200-acre Mawgan Habitat Bank

    It is one of 40 such projects in the UK
    Beyond wheat, paddy: How a farmer’s seed bank and zero-budget natural farming boost earnings and preserve biodiversity

    English

    May 25, 2025
    The Indian Express

    Beyond wheat, paddy: How a farmer’s seed bank and zero-budget natural farming boost earnings and preserve biodiversity

    Amrit Singh Chahal grows a diverse range of crops, including pulses, oilseeds, fruits, and vegetables, while effectively managing pests without chemicals.
    Court Battle Over Pacific Monument Fishing Protections

    English

    May 23, 2025
    Devdiscourse

    Court Battle Over Pacific Monument Fishing Protections

    Environmentalists are contesting President Trump's order, which allows commercial fishing in the Pacific Islands Heritage Marine National Monument. They argue it removes vital protections, harming marine biodiversity. The lawsuit, supported by Earthjustice, highlights negative impacts on Native Hawaiian interests and the potential for ecological damage via longline fishing.
    Students from UCD and TCD are joint winners of 2025 Mary Mulvihill science media competition

    English

    May 22, 2025
    The Irish Times

    Students from UCD and TCD are joint winners of 2025 Mary Mulvihill science media competition

    Deeply personal essay on the use of animals in biological research and biodiversity game announced as winners
    " L’agroécologie est la seule manière de lever les contraintes sanitaires et financières qui pèsent sur le métier d’agriculteur "

    Français

    May 20, 2025
    Le Monde

    " L’agroécologie est la seule manière de lever les contraintes sanitaires et financières qui pèsent sur le métier d’agriculteur "

    TRIBUNE. Alors qu’une proposition de loi prévoyant de revenir sur des interdictions d’utilisation de pesticides dangereux arrive bientôt à l’Assemblée nationale, le biologiste Marc-André Selosse déplore, dans une tribune au « Monde », que les pratiques permettant de préserver la santé des agriculteurs et des citoyens ne soient pas encouragées.
    ‘I’m in love with the birds and the river’: how ecotourism helped a small Colombian town recover from war

    English

    May 20, 2025
    The Guardian

    ‘I’m in love with the birds and the river’: how ecotourism helped a small Colombian town recover from war

    Since the 2016 peace treaty, Mesetas has embraced its natural assets and visitors have flocked to enjoy the region’s unique biodiversity. But the threat of violence is never far away
    ENTRETIEN. "On aide les agriculteurs à s’installer en rendant le foncier accessible": FEVE vise 30 millions d’euros pour financer 30 nouvelles fermes en 2025

    Français

    May 19, 2025
    LaDepeche.fr

    ENTRETIEN. "On aide les agriculteurs à s’installer en rendant le foncier accessible": FEVE vise 30 millions d’euros pour financer 30 nouvelles fermes en 2025

    Vincent Kraus, cofondateur de FEVE avec Marc Baty et Simon Bestel, explique comment cette foncière citoyenne permet à de jeunes agriculteurs de s’installer en agroécologie grâce...
    UK households who have gardens warned not to cut lawns until date in July

    English

    May 17, 2025
    Birmingham Live

    UK households who have gardens warned not to cut lawns until date in July

    Mowing lawns in England runs the risk of hampering biodiversity, and interfering with the ecosystem by killing off insects that are an essential.
    "On n’a rien inventé, cela se faisait systématiquement par le passé": comment ces pratiques d'antan s'appliquent à la culture de la cerise précoce au Luc

    Français

    May 17, 2025
    Var-Matin

    "On n’a rien inventé, cela se faisait systématiquement par le passé": comment ces pratiques d'antan s'appliquent à la culture de la cerise précoce au Luc

    Créée en 2022, basée au Luc mais rayonnant dans tout le département et même au-delà, l’association Les Résilients a pour objectif d’y développer l’agroécologie. "On forme et on accompagne les agriculteurs, mais aussi les entreprises, les scolaires, le grand public", résume la vice-présidente Séver
    Le printemps commence toujours plus tôt en montagne

    Français

    May 16, 2025
    lfm.ch

    Le printemps commence toujours plus tôt en montagne

    Après la fonte des neiges, le printemps commence toujours plus tôt en montagne. Cela influence la biodiversité, l’agriculture et l’équilibre écologique, sel ...
    1,000 BTO flats on former Keppel Club site to be launched in October

    English

    May 15, 2025
    The Straits Times

    1,000 BTO flats on former Keppel Club site to be launched in October

    The estate will have lush green spaces, designed in line with the area’s rich biodiversity. Read more at straitstimes.com.
    How can businesses change their business model to support biodiversity?

    English

    May 15, 2025
    The Irish Times

    How can businesses change their business model to support biodiversity?

    Climate crisis requires bigger efforts from business
    Back to the future: Multi-functional farms with climate and biodiversity benefits

    English

    May 15, 2025
    The Irish Times

    Back to the future: Multi-functional farms with climate and biodiversity benefits

    Back to the future: Multi-functional farms with climate and biodiversity benefits
    One of the tech industry's sources of carbon credits is in conflict with Kenyan herders

    English

    May 13, 2025
    Engadget

    One of the tech industry's sources of carbon credits is in conflict with Kenyan herders

    The Wall Street Journal reports that a conservation program that provides carbon offsets to the tech industry is fighting with Kenyan herders over their farming practices.