The EAT-Lancet Commission closes its doors
The high-profile global panel that pushed a plant-forward “planetary health diet” and sweeping food system reforms has shut down, reigniting debate over who should shape the future of agriculture and…
Weedkiller glyphosate named wartime asset
Trump’s use of the Defense Production Act to boost glyphosate production reframes a lawsuit-plagued chemical as essential to national security while Bayer faces billions in legal risk.
Farm bill keeps the system intact
New draft legislation is drawing criticism for preserving corporate advantages in agriculture while weakening state-level protections and shielding pesticide makers from liability.
Farmers cling to corn as prices slump
With grain prices depressed and costs high, U.S. growers see planting lots of corn as their best shot at breaking even in 2026.
FDA changes “no artificial colors” label to include natural dyes
Agency lets products with plant-derived colorants claim “no artificial colors,” drawing praise from officials and pushback from consumer advocates.
EPA reapproves dicamba despite drift damage concerns
The controversial weedkiller — long blamed for off-target crop injury — will be allowed again on soy and cotton, drawing fire from farmers and environmental advocates.