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GPS Tracking Maps South Sudan’s Antelope Migration Beyond Park Boundaries
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Tracking data from 262 antelopes is helping conservationists identify migration routes, mating grounds and calving areas across South Sudan. With much of the animals’ movement outside national parks, researchers say protection efforts must involve communities sharing the landscape.
Climate
UK aid cuts hit Commonwealth countries and nature funding
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UK bilateral aid to Commonwealth countries with existing programmes is projected to fall sharply by 2028-29, according to analysis reported by the Guardian. Nature protection funding also faces restrictions, drawing criticism from charities as Commonwealth leaders meet in Antigua.
Agriculture
Cumbria hill farm starts two-year organic conversion
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A hill farm in Tebay is moving towards organic certification through the Soil Association, with government funding supporting the conversion. Farmer Andrea Meanwell says the change builds on existing practices while bringing new requirements for livestock care, planting and record-keeping.