AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoAnimal Health: Arizona confirmed its first New World screwworm case in a dog, making it the third U.S. state to report an infection. Officials are investigating and temporarily restricting animal movement in the area. Climate Resilience: Taiwan estimates US$2.49 million in crop-insurance claims after Typhoon Champi and has made 11 counties and cities eligible for relief. A new USDA research centre in Tucson will study water movement and soil erosion to help farmers manage scarce water and protect land. Trade: Pakistan and China agreed to speed eligible farm-product shipments through a Green Channel at their Sost-Khunjerab border. Pakistan and Saudi Arabia also discussed investment in agriculture. Livestock: The Philippines aims to approve another African swine fever vaccine by late November, as the disease remains active in 226 barangays. Market Support: USDA plans up to $472.5 million in purchases of U.S. farm commodities for food assistance programmes. Farm Labor: A Philippine workers’ group says many sugarcane laborers earn below minimum rates and lack overtime pay and seasonal bonuses.
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