AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoDiesel shock hits farms: Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry declared a state of emergency and temporarily expanded use of dyed, tax-free off-road diesel on certain highway vehicles for farmers and timber harvesters through Oct. 22 as prices topped record levels. Fuel cost planning: South Dakota farmers are weighing “locking in” diesel via co-ops, while a K-State economist warns diesel could reach $7 in 2027, squeezing already tight margins. Drought and water stress: Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis toured drought-hit Latur, Dharashiv and Solapur, promising immediate compensation and faster relief; Iligan officials in the Philippines are bracing for “super” El Niño impacts on crops and power, pushing drought-resistant planting and water support. Policy and farm finance: Kansas farmers are preparing for ARC/PLC decisions for 2026, and Kelantan padi growers are asking Budget 2027 for more help with rising machinery and irrigation costs. Livestock for export: Kenya is pushing livestock from subsistence toward export, including commercializing the Bachuma National Livestock Quarantine Centre for inspection and certification. Local ag economy: Delaware’s new oyster farmers received hatchery seed support, while Pierpont CTC is hosting fall farmers markets to connect students and local producers. Animal health alert: Trinidad and Tobago’s agriculture ministry urged vigilance for New World Screwworm and early veterinary reporting.
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