The effects of a catastrophic influx of genetically modified, hyper-intelligent raccoons on rural American agriculture and the subsequent global implications for the world's supply of artisanal cheese
January 15th 2026
The United States' estimated 30 million raccoons have taken on a new role in rural America. Genetic modification has enabled them to exhibit hyper-intelligent abilities rivaling those of primates. These intelligent creatures are redefining the agricultural landscape by optimizing farm operations, solving complex problems, and even creating unique cheese varieties. As a result, artisanal cheese production is booming globally, meeting demand for high-quality cheeses for the first time in history. But with great change comes great challenge - traditional farming practices are being threatened. Will these intelligent raccoons be the solution or the problem?
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