AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoCrop Recovery: New Jersey Rep. Josh Gottheimer introduced a bill proposing aid for growers in 13 states after an April freeze caused an estimated $300 million in specialty-crop losses. A second bill would develop crop insurance for freeze damage. Fuel Costs: Federal and state orders are allowing some farmers to use tax-exempt dyed diesel on roads, but tax questions remain and producers say the relief may be limited. Harvest and Drought: Manitoba had harvested 65% of its crop by Oct. 6 after drier weather helped fieldwork, while Kansas soybean yields are running below trend after drought and heat. Karnataka says 90% of crops were damaged and has released initial relief; the Philippines expects farm output to contract through early 2027 amid monsoon damage and El Niño risk. Seeds and Innovation: USDA launched a $180 million initiative to protect seed supplies and support crop innovation.
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