AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoFertiliser Expansion: AFC-backed Dangote secured a $600m loan to scale urea production—tripling Nigeria capacity and adding a 3m tonnes/year plant in Ethiopia—aimed at boosting food security and cutting import dependence. Climate & Water Risk: Zambia urged stronger preparedness across Africa as El Niño odds rise, while Maharashtra halted dam irrigation releases to protect drinking water through Aug 31. El Niño Planning: Southeast Asia braces for delayed or weaker monsoon rains that could force planting cuts and crop shifts, raising food-price and inflation risks. Livestock Biosecurity: Texas launched a free certification program to train screwworm inspectors after detections in cattle; USDA also confirmed the parasite’s re-emergence in Texas after Mexico cases. Farm Support & Inputs: Ireland’s TASAH opens applications for 26,000 free vet visits, and Manipur flagged Kharif 2026 fertiliser distribution plus a subsidised organic option. Sustainability in Cocoa: ofi reported progress on cocoa sustainability and farmer income support, highlighting ongoing livelihood pressure in Ghana and Ivory Coast. Ag Tech & Data: Oman’s State Council reviewed studies on the agricultural plant sector, while new market research points to fast growth in drone sensors and edge AI hardware for agriculture.
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