AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoFertilizer & ethanol showdown: Congress is set to tackle two big farm-cost drivers this week—fertilizer supply and pricing, and whether E15 ethanol should be sold year-round nationwide—while farmers also press for more transparency and less market opacity in nutrient costs. Input pressure on the ground: Across regions, growers are starting seeding but complaining about fuel, fertilizer, and weather delays that are squeezing margins. Local wins and fixes: Hainan lychee growers are improving yields through cooperative training; in Idaho, Happy Day is launching a direct-buy program to stabilize restaurant demand; and in Yemen’s flood-hit areas, solar systems are being rolled out for banana and highland corn farmers. Animal health flashpoints: South Africa’s FMD vaccination campaign is facing renewed alarm as some vaccinated herds are being reinfected, fueling calls for faster rollout. Food system moves: USDA is tightening “Product of USA” label rules for meat and poultry, aiming to close labeling loopholes.
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