AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoFarm Policy & Costs: A new American Farm Bureau Federation analysis warns corn, soybeans and wheat farmers could lose $32B in 2027, with drought and water limits still biting. Drought Relief: Hungary unveiled a HUF106bn rescue package with advance payments for about 150,000 farmers hit by heat and market stress. EU Support Push: Bulgaria’s agriculture minister urged the European Commission to step in with exceptional financial support for struggling pig and dairy producers. Market Access & Inputs: Maharashtra launched the first phase of its ₹5,028 crore loan waiver, crediting 6.22 lakh farmers and directing banks to issue fresh kharif loans. USDA Restructuring Fight: Advocates say planned USDA reorganization could weaken support systems for farmers. Farmers Markets & Local Food: National Farmers Market Week is driving promotions and tax-savings messaging in places like Mississippi, while Whole Foods and the National Young Farmers Coalition launched a Next Generation Farmer Fund. On-the-Ground Agriculture: Lakehead University showcased new crops and sustainable tech at its research station tour, and a North Wales farmer confronted an off-road scrambler over livestock disturbance. Safety & Security: Two farmers were abducted in Ondo State, Nigeria, with ransom demands reported.
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