The future is bright for beer – given the right policy framework – POLITICO

The future is bright for beer – given the right policy framework – POLITICO

Brewers have integrated environmentally friendly practices into every aspect of the production cycle and supply chain. Breweries use energy-efficient technologies, invest in the circular economy and reduce waste. For example, they’ve reduced the volume of water needed to produce each liter of beer. As for energy, breweries invest heavily in renewable sources like solar panels … Read more

Germany’s Scholz wants new EU anti-deforestation law delayed – POLITICO

Germany’s Scholz wants new EU anti-deforestation law delayed – POLITICO

“To be clear: the regulation must be practicable,” Scholz said on Thursday. Scholz is the first head of government to call for delaying the new rules. This comes after a group of agriculture ministers, as well as center-right politicians like German MEP Peter Liese of the European People’s Party — the political family of von … Read more

UK to again delay Brexit border checks on food – POLITICO

UK to again delay Brexit border checks on food – POLITICO

In a letter to industry, Environment Minister Sue Hayman confirmed that the government was again looking to delay the introduction of controls on fresh fruit and vegetables until July 1, 2025. The U.K.’s fresh produce sector has been warning that it is still in the dark over the scope of the controls — which already … Read more

David Cameron’s barefoot warrior bids for glory in California – POLITICO

David Cameron’s barefoot warrior bids for glory in California – POLITICO

Yet a win by a conservative outsider is hardly unprecedented, with movie star Arnold Schwarzenegger having served two terms as governor from 2003 to 2011.  Gove commented that Hilton “has the policy smarts and the drive” to take on the job. He noted that “of course it’s a blue state, but governor races are different, … Read more

Macron to host Biden for June state visit – POLITICO

Germany’s Scholz wants new EU anti-deforestation law delayed – POLITICO

The French and U.S. presidents are to discuss long-term aid to Ukraine, the Elysée said in a statement. “Our close coordination on international crises will serve to prepare the next international events, including June’s G7 summit in Bari and the NATO summit in Washington in July,” the statement read. Biden and Macron are also expected … Read more

The International Criminal Court just saved Benjamin Netanyahu – POLITICO

The International Criminal Court just saved Benjamin Netanyahu – POLITICO

Israel has been waging war in Gaza since Hamas militants killed around 1,200 Israelis and took another 250 hostage on Oct. 7 last year. Israeli strikes in the Palestinian controlled region have killed at least 35,000 people, according to figures from the Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza which provides separate casualty figures for combatants and … Read more

This homemade fertiliser using kitchen scraps will make your produce grow ‘big and juicy’

This homemade fertiliser using kitchen scraps will make your produce grow ‘big and juicy’

He said when he makes eggs, he washes the shells and keeps them in a plastic bag. He starts the recipe by putting the dry egg shells in the toaster oven for 20 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius. The purpose of this step is to sterilise the shell. In the comments, users said to make … Read more

Gardener shares 3 easiest vegetables to grow for beginners: ‘have endless supplies’

Gardener shares 3 easiest vegetables to grow for beginners: ‘have endless supplies’

Lettuce She said lettuce seeds are very cheap and will give you an abundance of the leafy vegetable. They grow well in pots, and they can be grown in the sunlight or the shade.  “Lettuce is very cheap, very easy and very quick to grow,” Kia said.  Don’t miss… Chillies That one may be surprising, … Read more

Blinken calls for ‘swift, impartial investigation’ into killing of aid workers in Gaza airstrike – POLITICO

Blinken calls for ‘swift, impartial investigation’ into killing of aid workers in Gaza airstrike – POLITICO

Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu admitted on Tuesday that an “unintentional” Israeli airstrike had killed “innocent people” in Gaza after seven workers from World Central Kitchen were bombed. The aid organization said the dead included Australian, Polish and British citizens. Blinken is in Paris at the start of a four-day European tour that will also … Read more

How to grow garlic: ‘Easiest crop to grow’ is ‘so simple’ to plant

How to grow garlic: ‘Easiest crop to grow’ is ‘so simple’ to plant

In the comments, users were excited about the new planting prospect.  “I’m so excited to plant this year!” one user said.  Another asked if they can plant in the spring if they did not do it in the fall.  She responded: “Plant again next fall – garlic is always planted in the fall, harvest in … Read more