AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoClimate Risk Prep: Philippines’ DA Mimaropa is building a ₱147m El Niño support package for Mindoro, Marinduque, Romblon and Palawan, including seed, fertilizer, planting materials, machinery and a fuel subsidy of ₱5,000 for eligible farmers. Fuel & Input Pressure: Ireland’s ICSA warns rising fuel costs are becoming unsustainable and urges Budget 2027 action, while Macra calls to double the fuel support payment to 40c/l and reopen the scheme for more young farmers. Grain Prices & Markets: Ireland’s Tirlán set 2026 barley at €220/t and wheat at €230/t with bonuses, and Athenry Mart saw lamb prices jump to €220–€225. Trade & Food Safety: The EU confirmed a no-Brazil-beef-for-two-years stance after the hormone oestradiol 17ß issue, while US and China agreed tariff cuts on $60bn of goods including some agriculture. EU Farm Policy: EU ministers moved toward a post-2027 CAP deal, pushing for simpler rules and more flexibility. Farm Tech & Efficiency: USDA research says more accurate sprayers could cut chemical costs by 30–85% by reducing drift and waste. Drought & Relief: Maharashtra said drought-hit farmers won’t get immediate cash until crop-loss assessments are completed. Biofuels Demand: EPA renewable volume obligations are boosting biodiesel/renewable diesel output and lifting demand for soybeans.
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