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Were Norway's iconic stave churches built by slaves?

For a long time, the common understanding has been that the spread Christianity in Norway freed the slaves of the Viking Age.  However, slaves remained long after the country began to Christianise, as forskning.no has previously reported (link in Norwegian …

Norwegian salmon farmer drops ASC eco-label over new tax rules

More than 40 percent of Norway’s salmon farms are ASC-certified and will be negatively affected by the surcharge on production. All of Bremnes Seashore's facilities were ASC certified. The company is now discontinuing the scheme, due to tax rules and …

Utilitas Taps Arenso for Design Work on Estonian Offshore Wind Project

Finnish wind energy service provider Arenso and Utilitas Wind have signed an agreement for cooperation on the 1.2 GW Saare-Liivi offshore wind project in Estonia. Arenso was assigned to prepare a basic design for the offshore wind project. The work was …

Emmerdale's Kelvin Fletcher and wife issue exciting update on new arrivals

Former Emmerdale star Kelvin Fletcher and his wife Liz have announced new arrivals to their farm as they confirm that life is about to be very busy. The couple, who live with their four young children on a 120-acre ranch, has been updating presenter …

Farmer on 'very high' Staffordshire TB rates as he turns to Denmark for 'clean' cattle

A dairy farmer in the Peak District says he turned to Denmark to buy his cattle because of "very high" TB rates in the area - "particularly in Staffordshire". Les Boam revealed why he heads to Scandinavia every year to purchase " …

ASC warns against Norway’s certified salmon tax

The Norwegian Norm Price Council has introduced an additional tax on ASC-certified salmon, arguing that farmers benefiting from premium pricing for sustainably farmed fish should contribute more in taxes. However, ASC argues that this move unfairly …

Rearing pigs naturally in the great outdoors with no fear of ASF in Denmark

It takes an entire day to feed all the pigs reared in the great outdoors on a farm in Denmark, such is the scale of the somewhat unique enterprise. Peter Bruun, 59, and his wife Lene Conradsen, 48, run 1,100 sows on their Greensgaard Farm, located at …

Adventure World discount on new Iceland self-drive itinerary

Adventure World, a leading provider of customisable travel journeys, has launched its newest Icelandic adventure with a limited time offer of 5 per cent off until 31 March. The ‘Scenic Reykjavik Routes’ offers travellers a unique blend of urban exploration …

Touring the future of forestry at the Alex Fraser Research Forest

Visitors at the Knife Creek Forest learned about prioritizing forest health in logging practices At a special tour of the Knife Creek Forest south of Williams Lake, visitors got to glimpse current research aimed at finding sustainable alternatives for the …

Inflation hits 1.5% in Finland in February

Published : 03 Mar 2025, 14:23 Updated : 03 Mar 2025, 14:25 In January, the year-on-year change in the Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) stood at 1.7 per cent. According to the preliminary data on consumer prices, the month-on-month change was 0.5 …

Skiers race through Robert’s Farm Preserve in Norway

Climate Science Digest: March 4, 2025

Explore the latest insights from top science journals in the Muser Press daily roundup, featuring impactful research on climate change challenges. Rice University study reveals how rising temperatures could lead to population crashes Researchers at Rice …

Denmark High's ice fishing club wraps up season at Geano Beach Boat Launch

SUAMICO (WLUK) -- The Denmark High School Ice Fishing Club are wrapping up their 2025 season. Good Day Wisconsin got a closer look and joined head coach Victor Novak and the ice fishing club Sunday morning. The club is ice fishing for Perch, Whitefish, and …

Danish group calls for national pesticide ban near drinking water wells

Denmark | The Danish Society for Nature Conservation After six years of attempts to safeguard Denmark’s drinking water wells, voluntary agreements with landowners have fallen far short of expectations. Now, Danmarks Naturfredningsforening (the Danish …

A tiny house, treehouse, farm and school bus: See some unusual vacation homes in Delaware

Vacationers looking for a place to stay that's far away from ordinary can find it in Delaware. Vacationers looking for a stay that's far from ordinary can find it in the variety of unusual options in Delaware on lodging rental website Airbnb. From …

Farmer discusses growing up gay in Herefordshire

Ben Andrews, whose family has farmed near Leominster since 1930, spoke to the BBC about the struggles he faced growing up, and being gay in a rural, agricultural community. Mr Andrews is a mixed, organic tenant farmer who farms around 600 acres of " …

EU restaurants snagged by new meat hook: origin labelling

Sweden is the latest EU country to make the origin labelling of meat in restaurants mandatory, as the European Commission hints at an EU-level push in its strategy for the future of agriculture. European legislation requires labels that indicate the …

Mirrored Cabins, Epic Views: An Exciting Place To Stay Now In Iceland

Watching the Northern Lights from the Northern Lights Lounge at ÖÖD Hekla Horizon. Gertrud Ots The Northern Lights have been very active lately and that activity is expected to continue: experts estimate these nocturnal light shows to be at their peak …

Ex Norwegian minister dubs Maha Kumbh as historic

New Delhi: Former Norwegian Minister Dr Erik Solheim, speaking today at the NXT Conclave at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, called the Maha Kumbh Mela in 2025 historic in nature, noting that no such massive gathering had been reported anywhere in the world. …

GP Solutions Announces Plan to Introduce GrowPods to Saudi Arabia, Revolutionizing Sustainable Farming in the Region

Innovative Modular Farms to Enhance Food Security and Reduce Agricultural Water Consumption in the Middle East CORONA, CA, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- GP Solutions, a global leader in controlled-environment farming technology, is …

CMS SPA PRESENTS ITS SOLUTIONS FOR PHARMACEUTICAL AND FOOD COMPANIES AT BOLOGNA MECSPE INTERNATIONAL TRADE FAIR

BOLOGNA, BOLOGNA, ITALY, March 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CMS Spa presents its solutions for pharmaceutical and food companies at Bologna MECSPE, international italian trade fair. The smart factory goes hand in hand with automation, which …

Farmers Take Stand: Why Agriculture Needs a Voice on The Joe Rogan Experience

SISSETON, SD, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Misinformation about food, farming, and health has reached a tipping point. From misleading headlines to sensationalized claims, public perception is increasingly shaped by those …

Nano Fertilizer Market Poised for Significant Growth, Projected to Surpass USD 8.7 Billion by 2033

The nitrogen segment dominated the market in 2023. Nano nitrogen fertilizers, developed from sources such as urea, ammonium sulfate, and ammonium nitrate. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Allied Market Research …

EmpleosLatino.com brings a new user interface, enhanced functionality, and a modern design.

A renovated website to showcase jobs in Spanish in the United States and pursue the American Dream. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hispanic job seekers have been underrepresented on major employment sites in …

Green Energy Biofuel Improves Operations to Accept Bigger Contracts, More Food Waste

The South Carolina-based organics-recycling company is prepared to work with large food manufacturers to help them cut costs and improve revenue. WINNSBORO, SC, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- While the U.S. market for green, …

Unlocking Effective Biologicals with Manufacturing Technology

Controlling Invasive Species Selectively with Biologicals DAVIS, CA, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Invasive Species Corporation (ISC), a leader in the biological control of invasive species, is proud to announce its …

Animal Welfare Groups Announce Partnership with Elephants Without Borders to Move Africa’s Threatened Icons to Safety

New campaign will relocate imperiled elephants from Botswana to safe havens in Angola, promoting ecotourism over trophy hunting WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Center for a Humane Economy announced a …

Master Gardener Yolanda Vanveen of the Garden Naturally Group Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

BURNSVILLE, MN, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Yolanda Vanveen, renowned master gardener and founder of the Garden Naturally Group is empowering gardeners and communities with low-cost, sustainable gardening practices. With a …

Phosphate Fertilizer Market to Grow Over $35.6 Billion During 2025-2031 | Asia-Pacific Significant Growth Opportunities

The global phosphate fertilizer market is experiencing significant growth, driven by increasing demand for fertilizers and crop protection products. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global phosphate fertilizer …

Hitech Construction Africa Limited Invests in Aqua Africa to Drive Sustainable Water Solutions Across Africa

Hitech Construction Africa Limited, the UK sister company of Hitech, has made a strategic equity investment in Aqua Africa. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hitech Construction Africa Limited, the UK sister company of …

Trucent Achieves Food Grade and Halal Certification, Earns EcoVadis Badge

VAN WERT, OH, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Trucent Renewable Chemicals (TRC) proudly announces that it has achieved Food Grade Certification and Halal Certification, reinforcing the company’s commitment to the highest …

Ecotourism Market is Growing with a 11.7% CAGR, Approximately to Reach $829.8 Billion by 2035

The travel agent segment is expected to gain market share in the upcoming years and is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 11.9% From 2024-2035. WILMINGTON, NEW CASTLE, DE, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a new report …

“Incredible potential” in Ghanaian food processing sector, says consortium of multinational food companies

Group including General Mills, Cargill, The Hershey Company and others hails progress and potential of Ghanaian agribusiness on visit to Accra ACCRA, GHANA, March 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A group of multinational food companies, part of a …

New Research Sheds Light on Furan Fatty Acids in Rubber Tree Latex

Unlocking the Potential of a High-Value Co-Product in Natural Rubber Production NANJING, CHINA, March 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This research investigates the presence of furan fatty acids in the latex of 48 Hevea brasiliensis genotypes, …

Mike Robinson's Researcher™ Soil-To-Oil Brand To Launch Friday - Secures Farm Contract

Mike Robinson, founder of the Global Cannabinoid Research Center, is launching Researcher™, a groundbreaking soil-to-oil ECS Balance based hemp extract brand SANTA BARBARA, CA, UNITED STATES, March 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a move set to …

World-First Discovery: Novel Methane-Reducing Fungi For Livestock

ORANGE, Australia, March 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a world-first, Australian scientists have discovered specific fungi that assist in significantly reducing methane emissions from livestock, offering a breakthrough solution for agriculture to cut …

One Year After Wolf Incident, SAW Act May Prevent Repeat of Wyoming Horror

State inaction is the primary reason that the Snowmobiles Aren’t Weapons (SAW) Act is needed at the federal level WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On the anniversary of the horrific running over of an adolescent female …

Garden Media Group Releases 'Superstars for Spring': New Products and Plants for 2025

Gardening Made Effortless for Beginners and Pros Alike PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, March 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Garden Media Group’s 2025 Garden Superstars for Spring highlights another year of new products. “We are thrilled to …

Top Things to See and Do at Indoor Ag-Con, The Largest and Leading Show Dedicated to Indoor Agriculture, March 11-12

Explore Expanded Expo Hall, Be Inspired by Two Compelling Keynotes, Sit in on Educational Conference Sessions, Networking Events And More LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, March 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Indoor Ag-Con, the largest and leading trade show …