AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoClimate Shock Watch: A “super El Niño” is back in focus, with researchers warning it could disrupt rainfall and hit global farm output and food security, while investors also flag climate risk as a growing threat to agriculture-linked markets. Weather & Water: The Murray-Darling Basin saw widespread rain, with more expected this week, while officials in Thailand’s Phrae pushed forward irrigation upgrades to strengthen water supplies for farming. Fertiliser & Soil Strategy: India’s Kharif 2026 organic manure purchases jumped nearly 3.5 times as farmers and policymakers build fertiliser resilience amid global volatility. Dairy Economics: Rabobank says global milk production growth is slowing, with input costs and uncertain milk prices set to shape the next quarters. Farm Policy & Services: Kansas lawmakers introduced a bill to stop closures of USDA county offices, and West Virginia’s agriculture school faces a further review after board concerns. Market & Trade: Egypt cut wheat imports after record production growth, and Chinese rice purchases are boosting Cambodian farmers’ incomes. On-the-ground Risks: Wildfires are worsening air quality for farmworkers, and hail in Armenia’s Tavush Province devastated crops. Ag Tech & Livelihoods: California farmers are turning to automation as labor costs rise, while Oman launched a sustainable frankincense harvesting project to expand global market reach. Community & Markets: New farmers market launches and local food events keep spreading, from East Texas to Louisiana, alongside practical tips for shoppers.
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