AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoProducer Prices Watch (Philippines): The agriculture producer price index fell 11.7% in Q2 2026 as Middle East-linked input costs and a stronger U.S. dollar lifted expenses, with livestock and poultry hit hardest. Pest & Biosecurity (Georgia): Georgia confirmed pasture mealybug for the first time, warning of rapid spread through equipment and grass/hay damage. Disaster Support (U.S.): USDA is offering drought and wildfire recovery help for Skagit County producers, including livestock and tree assistance programs. Policy & Labor (U.S. H-2A): A California court ordered the DOL to redo the adverse effect wage rate method, raising uncertainty for farm employers and workers. Trade Pressure (Canada/Manitoba): Manitoba unveiled $103M in tariff-related supports, expanding loan guarantees and risk tools for farmers and agri-businesses. Market Signals (U.S.): Cattle futures slid to end the week, with drought forcing earlier sales. Agri-Value Push (Zimbabwe): President Mnangagwa used the Zimbabwe Agricultural Show to argue for moving beyond raw exports toward local agro-processing. Beekeeping Aid (Virginia): VDACS is offering free beehive equipment (bees not included) to boost managed colonies and pollination.
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