AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoFMD Shock to Namibia’s Livestock Trade: Namibia confirmed foot-and-mouth disease in a previously FMD-free zone, triggering movement suspensions and raising fears for farmers, processors and exports. EU CAP Payments: Ireland’s pensioner farmers may keep direct payments under a more flexible, optional approach as EU post-2027 CAP talks continue. USDA Farm Profit Pressure: A new USDA farm income outlook points to tight margins for crop producers despite some gains, as input costs stay high. Farm Safety Net in the US: Farmers can enroll in ARC or PLC coverage as SFI-style funding windows and deadlines tighten. Soil and Crop Resilience: Crop rotation is highlighted as a practical way to build soil health, cut pest pressure and improve long-term farm resilience. Agri-Tech and Data: Training and digital tools—from R/RStudio skills to precision harvesting in China—show how research and automation are reshaping farm productivity. Coconut By-Products for Energy (Philippines): DA-Davao is exploring a Malaysian market for coconut shells to create an extra income stream for smallholders. Women Farmers’ Policy Push (Nigeria): SWOFON calls for budget accountability and inclusive policies to strengthen smallholder women farmers. Ukraine Farm Attacks: Russian strikes killed agricultural workers and hit farm infrastructure, underscoring how conflict disrupts food production.
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