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Trump Administration Calls “God Squad” for Rare Meeting to Consider Circumventing Endangered Species Act for Big Oil
The Trump administration is considering circumventing the Endangered Species Act to drill for oil and gas in an area filled with endangered species.
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A Toxic Turn for Our Daily Bread: Why GMO Wheat Raises Serious Concerns
For decades, genetically engineered wheat has been kept off American fields—because farmers, consumers, and trading partners alike recognize the serious risks it poses. Today, that long-standing con…
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New Report Warns Against Genetically Engineered Wheat, Citing Health, Environmental, and Economic Risks
A new report from Friends of the Earth raises alarm over the U.S. government’s recent approval of HB4 genetically engineered (GMO) wheat.
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Defining Carbon Markets and Offsets
Voluntary carbon markets are defined as carbon markets where companies aren’t required to lower emissions but choose to buy carbon offsets.
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The Insect Decline Crisis: How Pesticides Are Driving Ecosystems Toward Collapse
Pesticides are fueling insect declines worldwide. Discover the science, risks to pollinators, and solutions to protect biodiversity.
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House Agriculture Committee to Mark Up Farm Bill Stuffed with Gifts for Big Ag and the Pesticide Industry
Today, the House Agriculture Committee begins its markup of the Farm Bill, teeing up the next step in the legislative process for the most consequential piece of legislation for the American food…
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Neonicotinoids & Glyphosate: Pesticides Threatening Pollinators and Public Health
Neonicotinoids and glyphosate threaten bees, pollinators, and human health. Learn the risks and why stronger pesticide protections are needed.
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What is Agroecology?
Organic is a certified form of “agroecological” farming. Agroecology brings together agriculture and ecology to farm with nature.
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Friends of the Earth Mourns the Passing of Founding Board Member Richard Ottinger
As a founding board member of Friends of the Earth United States, Dick helped catalyze a global movement of environmental organizations fighting to create a healthier and more just world.
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NGOs Appeal to Stop U.S. Export-Import Bank’s Disbursement of Funds for Mozambique LNG Project
At a time when the Trump Administration is cutting funds for health care and foreign aid, taxpayers shouldn’t be forced to subsidize foreign fossil fuel companies