BBC NEWS | Business | Energy policy 'too wind focused'

The UK must invest more in nuclear and clean coal energy and put less emphasis on wind power if it wants a secure low-carbon future, business leaders say.

The CBI says government energy policy is "disjointed" and it is urging a "more balanced" energy mix.

Cold winter sends Kiwis to clothing stores, says Stats NZ - Business - NZ Herald News

Highest-ever retail sales figures for clothing have coincided with an especially cold, wet and early winter, Statistics New Zealand (SNZ) says.

Farmers looking for a little heat - The Beacon Herald - Ontario, CA

"We need to see some of those 28C days and 20C nights to get the corn into high gear."

Soybeans have been slow to flower which is a concern, Mr. Johnson said.

"It's not the end of the world but things are just slow enough we are certainly not feeling as comfortable as this time last year."

Regardless of the crop, everyone agrees plenty of sunshine and a little bit of heat are just what the crops need.

Asked if any crops have done especially well in this cool, wet weather, Mr. O'Shea paused before saying, "the lawn."