| Resource | Description | Link |
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| Fact‑Checking Guide (PDF) | Step‑by‑step toolkit for citizens to verify claims themselves. | /resources/guide.pdf |
| Bavarian Media Literacy Handbook | Free e‑book for schools and community groups. | /resources/handbook.pdf |
| Open‑Source Verification Tools | List of recommended software (e.g., InVID, Tineye, Fact‑Check Explorer). | /resources/tools |
| Webinars & Workshops | Calendar of upcoming live sessions (German & English). | /resources/events |
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<h2>“Bavarian farmers are receiving €500 per cow for climate credits”</h2>
<p class="date">12 Apr 2026 • Submitted by @maxi_münchen</p>
<p class="verdict">Verdict: <span class="badge false">False</span></p>
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The claim originates from a mis‑interpreted EU press release. The actual program offers €150 per cow, not €500, and only to farms that meet specific carbon‑reduction benchmarks.
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<a class="read-more" href="/factcheck/2026-04-12-cows">Read Full Report →</a>
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