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  “Lack of Pet Food Law, Increasing Safety Accidents”...Pet Food Safety Management System Urgently Needed As the Korean pet market grows rapidly, the number of pet food safety accidents has been steadily increasing. Recently, there have been a number of cases of pets visiting emergency rooms with abnormal symptoms such as vomiting and diarrhea after consuming pet food. It has been pointed out that this is the result of a lack of small businesses, a market structure with low barriers to entry, and the absence of a 'pet food law' tailored to domestic conditions. Currently, livestock and pet food are managed together through the Feed Management Act. However, this law does not clearly set nutritional standards for each animal and growth stage, so nutrient formulation is done autonomously by each company. In practice, domestic companies produce products based on the American Association of Feed and Consumer Organizations (AAFCO) standards, which are different from the domestic envir...

  Pet Parasites Can Be Transmitted to Humans According to a recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention survey, more than half of pet owners are unaware that pet parasites can be transmitted to humans. In fact, some parasites that live in pets such as dogs and cats can cause zoonotic diseases (diseases that infect both animals and people)125. These include dog roundworm (Toxocara canis), feline roundworm (Toxocara cati), heartworm, and toxoplasma. These parasites can be transmitted to humans through infected animal feces, soil, mosquitoes, and cat feces. According to international statistics, including the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), hundreds of serious cases, including vision loss, are reported each year5. Domestically, surveys show that more than 85% of pet owners agree with the importance of preventing parasites, but only about 60% actually administer preventative medications or test for parasites on a regular basis. Experts emphasize regular vac...

 The worst wildfires on record: the realities and challenges of evacuating with pets Many pets and livestock have been killed or injured in the recent devastating wildfires that have ravaged the Southern California region. The disaster has once again highlighted the structural limitations and practical challenges of evacuating with pets. Pets are a 'blind spot' in disasters During large-scale disasters such as wildfires and floods, evacuation centers are primarily designed for human safety. As a result, pets are not allowed to enter evacuation centers, and owners are often forced to evacuate with their family pets or leave them tethered. In fact, there have been multiple cases of dogs left unattended on leashes that have been caught in the flames15. Rescue, treatment, and the problems left behind More than 100 people, including veterinarians, animal organizations, and volunteers, were on the scene to rescue and treat injured animals. A coalition of animal rights organizations, ...

15-injured-in-bee-attack-at-shivneri-fort   At least 15 farmers from Latur district were injured in a bee attack at Shivneri Fort on Wednesday afternoon, police said. Dharmendra Kore, a resident of Junnar, who sustained injuries in the bee attack, told TOI that he went to the fort to participate in Shivai Devi Abhishek Sohla. "We noticed a group of farmers running towards the temple to save themselves from the swarm of bees. We told them not to run. But the bees stung me, too," Kore said. He said that the priest of the temple gave him a bedsheet. A rescue team reached the spot, brought him down from the fort, and admitted him to a hospital, Kore said. An officer from Junnar police said that about 15 people were injured in the incident. "Their injuries are not serious," the officer said. Meanwhile, this was the fourth incident of bee attack at Shivneri Fort in the last two months. On Feb 19 this year, 10 people, who had come to participate in the birth anniversary ce...

Anxious about the world? Cow cuddling or bee buzzing might help ease your stress If you’re feeling more anxious these days, you are not alone. “People are certainly more on edge these days,” said Emily Hemendinger with the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus’ department of psychiatry. “Some of the reasons behind increased anxiety and stress include global political turmoil, financial stressors and economic uncertainty, job security stress, and difficulty finding affordable mental health care,” she said. Hemendinger added that in her clinical practice where she specializes in anxiety disorders, OCD, and eating disorders, “People’s baseline levels of anxiety and stress coming into sessions are higher. Their capacity for doing enjoyable activities feels lower to them as they are more focused on just trying to get through each day or each of the latest political developments.” This might be the right time to try a new activity that has the potential to calm the nervous system —...

  Beekeepers call for coordinated all-Ireland bee inspection service Beekeepers across the island of Ireland have collectively called for the establishment of an all-Ireland coordinated bee inspection service to help regulate the industry and mitigate the risks posed to the existing pollinator population on the island. The call follows confirmation of the recent  collapse  of the bee inspection service in Northern Ireland, which a spokesperson for the Ulster Beekeepers’ Association (UBKA) claimed has contributed to a looming bee health “crisis” in the country. As it stands, apiculture falls under the remit of the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) in Northern Ireland and the Department of Agriculture, Food, and the Marine (DAFM) in the Republic of Ireland. According to the UKBA and the Federation of Irish Beekeepers’ Associations (FIBKA), there is currently no dedicated professional bee inspector in situ on the island of Ireland, which, in th...

Students add beekeeping, honey collection to their studies at Zachary High When Zachary High’s agriculture students learned they’d be studying bees firsthand, they weren’t so sure about it. They worked with chickens and goats, raised vegetables and flowers and tended fruit trees, but bees? “The students were a little scared,” said Melissa Brumbaugh, who with her husband, Bubba Brumbaugh, teaches the Zachary High ag classes. “Now they say, 'Can we please go to the bees?'” Zachary High students, from left, Savannah Franklin and Melissa Nolan, check the frames in a beehive. The beekeeping program at the school started in 2023 with a state grant. PROVIDED PHOTO The study of bees took flight at the high school in 2023, after it applied for and received a $10,000 grant from the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry that provided bees, hives, beekeeping suits, hoods, gloves and classroom books. The 25 juniors and seniors who take the classes, either as a required science o...

  Ceri Joyner becomes Gwent's first master beekeeper Ceri Joyner has become Gwent Beekeepers (GBK) first ever master beekeeper.T he charity has been supporting beekeepers for decades and is excited to announce its first ever master beekeeper. Ceri started her beekeeping journey with a GBK taster session 10 years ago and then embarked on her journey of training following a structured system of exams and practical assessments A master beekeeper is an experienced, successful beekeeper who has mastered the practical aspects of beekeeping and has a deep understanding of the science behind it, including the biology, ecology and behaviour of honeybees Peter Maloney, Chair of Gwent Beekeepers said  ‘GBK provides education, training and support to all beekeepers in Gwent and we are so thrilled to have supported one of our beekeepers to become a master beekeeper.’ Ceri said  ‘I had always been fascinated by bees and beekeeping. I did a Gwent Beekeepers taster session in 2015 and I ...

  Local action at the forefront of climate adaptation and heat detoxification This annual event brought together city leaders, practitioners, and stakeholders from across Europe to share innovative solutions on various topics such as sufficiency, adaptation to climate change, renewable energy, and local food systems. Throughout two thematic journeys, the participation of the EU Covenant of Mayors underscored the importance of local action in both adapting to extreme weather conditions and transitioning to sustainable energy systems. Adapting to heatwaves is both a physical and social matter As temperatures rise, the need for cities to adapt to heatwaves has never been more urgent—an issue that goes beyond physical infrastructure to encompass social resilience. From Spain to Ukraine, city leaders shared their approaches to rethinking urban spaces in response to rising temperatures. The key takeaway? Building resilience to climate change requires both nature-based solutions and activ...

  Honey Saves Hives program welcomes new partners to program The National Honey Board partners with Bachan’s and Just Ice Tea to spotlight the role honey bees play in the food system. The National Honey Board celebrated April’s Earth Month by announcing two new partners for its Honey Saves Hives program, which spotlights the important role honey bees play in our food system. Bachan’s and Just Ice Tea will be joining the roster of food brand partners for 2025, promoting how they support honey bee health and beekeepers by using honey in their products. Bachan’s celebrated the new partnership last week with the launch of its new Hot Honey Japanese Barbecue Sauce. Sweet Honey Japanese Barbecue Sauce, launched in 2024, is available nationwide. Just Ice Tea announced its partnership this week, promoting its flagship Honey Green Tea, Moroccan Mint Green Tea and new canned Enjoy Mint Tea, which debuted at Natural Products Expo. Throughout the year, Honey Saves Hives partners promote the im...

One Hive Foundation grants $1.7 million to support urgent pollinator conservation work Vermont Business Magazine In the wake of devastating honeybee losses nationwide and increasing threats to native pollinators, the One Hive Foundation , a Vermont-based private foundation, has announced over $1.7 million in grants to support urgent pollinator conservation work across the state. This landmark investment, awarded to 10 organizations (see below) for projects spanning one to three years, represents a major step forward for pollinator recovery in Vermont and beyond. The funded initiatives focus on key areas identified by the Vermont Pollinator Working Group, including pesticide reduction, habitat restoration, and expanding pollinator education statewide. The grants come amid alarming national reports of severe honeybee colony losses. In early 2025, commercial beekeepers across the U.S. reported an average loss of 62%, a figure well above historical norms and one that could have serious c...