AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoWildfire Response: Farmers in Ireland used tractors and tankers to build firebreaks and slow the Slievenamon blaze in Co Tipperary, even as winds reignited it. Pest Relief for Sugarcane: The Philippines’ DSWD will start emergency cash transfers for small farmers in Negros after red-striped small-scale insects hit over a third of sugarcane fields, with payouts up to P10,000. Tea Levy Debate in Kenya: Agriculture officials say Kenya’s tea uptake has reached 93% and that the 0.08% levy is paid by buyers, not farmers, funding marketing and research. Market Tools for Farmers: FBN launched “Market Intelligence” with AI-based crop price outlooks for corn and soybeans plus daily cash-market updates. Food Supply Under Heat: Jamaica’s agriculture ministry says it’s stabilizing prices and supply during hot, dry conditions via sourcing, greenhouse support, and repairs. EU Crop Outlook: Copa Cogeca forecasts EU cereals down in 2026 while oilseeds and protein crops stay on a positive track, with results highly weather-dependent. Onion Storage Upgrade (Bangladesh): Bangladesh plans to supply 15,000 airflow machines to cut post-harvest losses and reduce onion imports. Drought Warning (Uganda): Acholi farmers are urged to delay the second planting season due to insufficient, scattered rains. Farm Safety Push: A seriously injured farmer backs “stop and think” safety messaging to prevent accidents on farms. Agrivoltaics in Colorado: A Colorado farm is expanding agrivoltaics, growing crops under solar panels to cool plants and add income.
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