Environment

Israel just decimated the olive groves of the Palestinian village of Mughayyir, northeast of Ramallah, where olive oil production is an important part of the yearly income of most families. The Israeli army had imposed a curfew on the village last Thursday and began to search homes, arresting an unspecified number of Palestinians, including the village mayor, Ameen Abu Alia, over the course of three days.… Read more here

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The international seed treaty is being changed in ways that could harm farmer communities and indigenous peoples, worldwide. New proposals favor large corporations over small farmers, threatening food security, traditional seed systems and farming practices. Join us in calling for an accountable and transparent seed treaty.

The article,” Neither Conventional nor GMO. What’s the Place of ‘New Genomic Techniques’ in Organic Agriculture?” was inserted by error into the Regeneration International newsletter. We strongly disagree with this article for several reasons.This article is a GMO industry reiteration of many similar articles they have used to lobby industry, governments, and consumers to get the newer methods of modifying genetic material in plants and animals (‘new genomic techniques’ or ‘NGTs’) not classified as GMOs.

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In this special 10-year anniversary conversation, we revisit the pivotal moment when farmers, scientists, and organizers from around the world came together to chart a new path for food, farming, and the planet. Join four founding members of Regeneration International: Mercedes López Martínez, Dr. André Leu, Ercilia Sahores, and Precious Phiri, as they reflect on what brought them together in 2014, the shared vision that sparked a movement, and the early strategies and struggles that shaped what we now know as “regeneration.”

If you’re searching for a low-maintenance, eco-friendly alternative to traditional grass lawns, perennials (most often low-growing crop covers) offer stunning and practical solutions.

These resilient plants not only thrive without fertilizer but also enhance your outdoor space with color, texture, and biodiversity. Here are 17 perennials that will transform your yard into a lush haven.

The annual global climate change conference of the parties (COP30) is just months away. All of the 197 countries that belong to the United Nations were supposed to have submitted updated national climate plans to the UN by February this year. These plans outline how each country will cut its greenhouse gas emissions in line with the legally binding international Paris Agreement. This agreement commits all signatories to limiting human-caused global warming to no more than 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels.

Some of the perennials that you should start thinking about pruning over the summer include delphiniums, daisies, azaleas, and lantana. However, keep in mind that the specific timing and pruning needs of these plants can vary. Some should be pruned several times over the summer, while others should only be pruned once. Some should be pruned in the early summer, while others should be pruned towards the middle or end of it. Educate yourself so you’ll know what to do and when you should do it in order to get the most beautiful blooms from your perennials.