Daily News March 25, 2014

Environment and Pollution

China's environmental problems are grim, admits ministry report, the Guardian

Report by China's Environment Ministry highlights decreasing standards in the country's water and air quality

China's face mask industry under scrutiny as pollution worsens, Reuters

Chinese citizens are feverishly snapping up face masks as worsening air pollution fuels a multi-million dollar industry where many products fail to provide even basic protection, drawing calls for better oversight and standards.

China's Hangzhou latest city to restrict car sales, Reuters

China's eastern city of Hangzhou will start restricting car sales from Wednesday, joining major cities, including Shanghai and Beijing, in the fight against snarling traffic and heavy smog in the world's largest automobile market.

China's smog insurers may 'cough up' in latest bout of air pollution, Want China Times

There could be a silver lining to the cloud of smog that has once again shrouded northeast China on Monday, as new insurance schemes may compensate those choking on the polluted air.

Insurers Seek to Capitalize on China’s Smog, NY Times

Wars can present many opportunities to make money, and China’s recently announced “war against pollution” looks to be no exception.

Ongoing Problem on Coal

Crops, Dairy and Food Security

China rejects more U.S. corn due to GMO as state sales approach, Reuters

China has rejected total of 908,800 T of US corn in 5 mths