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The ongoing heatwave and drought are creating wide-ranging challenges across Switzerland, fuelling concerns about rising food prices, wildfire risks, and the safety of taking certain medications in high temperatures.
A multi-faceted crisis is gripping Switzerland as depleted water reservoirs threaten winter energy supplies, and persistent drought conditions force cantons like Neuchâtel and Schwyz to enact emergency measures for farmers and impose strict fire bans.
As a new campaign kicks off for a popular initiative demanding greater food self-sufficiency and sustainable agriculture, a federal report reveals a slight increase in foodborne illnesses like salmonellosis. The dual developments bring Swiss food safety and policy into sharp focus.
The Swiss House of Representatives has narrowly voted against the free trade agreement between the EFTA states and the South American Mercosur bloc. The deal failed to pass after facing opposition from a cross-party coalition of Social Democrats, Greens, and factions of the Swiss People's Party in an emotional debate.
Spain, Switzerland's top source of imported vegetables, is turning to AI and automation to battle rising costs. This agricultural shift could signal the end of an era for cheap Spanish produce, with potential impacts on prices and availability in Swiss supermarkets.
The number of wolf packs in Switzerland has continued its upward trend, reaching 43 nationwide with a total of 350 identified wolves, according to a new report that highlights the growing tension between conservation efforts and agricultural interests.
The backers of a food protection initiative are taking legal action after claiming at least 5,000 authenticated signatures went missing during an official recount by the Federal Chancellery, potentially jeopardizing the vote.
A committee of beekeepers, environmentalists, and parliamentarians has officially launched a popular initiative aiming to enshrine the protection of bees and other pollinators in the Swiss constitution. They have until November 2027 to collect 100,000 signatures.
A committee of beekeepers and parliamentarians has officially launched a popular initiative aiming to enshrine the protection of bees and other pollinating insects in the Swiss constitution, and will now begin collecting signatures for a nationwide vote.
The Federal Food Safety and Veterinary Office (FSVO) advises of a high risk of African swine fever reaching the country, urging travelers and hunters to take strict disinfection measures and avoid importing pork from affected European regions.
A 2025 agricultural survey from the Federal Statistical Office indicates a continuing decline in the number of dairy cows and pigs, while farm consolidation continues and vegetable farming experiences an upward trend.
The Federal Office for Agriculture has initiated a public awareness campaign urging travelers returning from Ticino, parts of Valais and Graubünden, and northern Italy to check vehicles and luggage for the destructive Japanese beetle.
A new analysis has revealed that a majority of vegetables sold in Swiss stores are contaminated with toxic substances. The report raises concerns about food safety and the health implications for consumers in the country.
Despite its rich biodiversity, the ecosystem of the Lavaux vineyard, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is extremely fragile, according to a comprehensive multi-year biological study hailed as 'disappointing in a good way' by researchers.
A recent analysis has revealed that a majority of vegetables sold in Swiss stores are contaminated with toxic substances, sparking concerns about food safety and agricultural practices.
A new report is raising public health alarms after finding that the majority of vegetables sold in Swiss stores are contaminated with toxic substances, sparking a debate on food safety standards and agricultural practices.
Despite a 3.3% decline in total wine consumption, the Swiss are drinking more local brands. The Federal Office for Agriculture reports a 2.3% increase in Swiss wine consumption, pushing its market share to 37.5%.
The alpine farming sector is sounding the alarm over a shortage of personnel, particularly for experienced dairy farmers. Despite job portal listings, a lack of well-trained and committed applicants threatens the upcoming summer season on the alp.
A federal government plan to mandate testing for PFAS 'forever chemicals' in food and to ban contaminated products is meeting opposition from cantonal authorities and farming groups, setting up a contentious debate between public health protection and agricultural interests.
In a landmark decision for the food industry, the Federal Supreme Court has ruled that the term 'milk' can only be used for products derived from animal udders. The case, involving an oat drink from a major brand, clarifies labelling laws and affects how plant-based alternatives can be marketed to consumers.
From trusted Swiss news outlets