White House to unveil ‘climate hubs’ to aid farmers across country

The Obama administration on Wednesday will announce the creation of seven "climate hubs" aimed at helping farmers mitigate the risk of catastrophic events, such as fires, droughts, floods and invasive pests, the White House said.
The hubs will provide information about ways producers can prepare for potential threats to their crops and livestock as parts of the country are experiencing increasing severe weather events and pest invasions, which scientists have tied to the affects of climate change. And they will coordinate resources through federal and state governments, universities and...