Antibiotic resistance toll rises: An estimated 10 million people would die of antimicrobial resistant infections in 2050, more than double the 4.7 million deaths in 2021, if bacteria continue to develop tolerance for the medications, said researchers. (The Lancet)
Set government funding vote: Speaker Mike Johnson said the House would vote Wednesday on a bill to fund the government, including the USDA, through March, coupled with a requirement to provide proof of citizenship to register to vote; the White House opposes the bill. (Johnson)
Farm-to-school benefits: Small farmers participating in California’s Farm to School program said the sales generated, on average, one-third of their farm revenue and they plan to use climate-smart farming practices. (California Farm to School Evaluation)
Leaves turn color later: Trees in New England are reaching their peak fall color a week or two later than they did a few decades ago due to global warming, a change that could affect regional revenue from the annual arrival of “leaf peepers.” (Daily Yonder)