AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoClimate Adaptation: Heat and drought are pushing farmers to rethink crops, with researchers urging soil-moisture and water-storage upgrades first, then considering more drought-tolerant proteins like chickpeas and grass peas. Water & Irrigation: Colorado’s water fight over the Shoshone Power Plant highlights how buying senior water rights could secure river flows for endangered fish and regional agriculture. Farm Policy & Support: Scotland says most eligible farmers and crofters have received Basic Payment and Greening funds early, while verification for its Future Farming Investment Scheme is due Sept. 30. Corruption Watch: Malaysia’s MACC is investigating delays in fertiliser supply in Kedah, including possible forged documents tied to a ministry contract. Ag Tech on the Ground: In China’s mountain orchards, drones are now transporting oranges downhill and boosting orchard efficiency. Input Costs: Record diesel prices are squeezing U.S. harvest budgets, raising fears of higher food costs. Trade & Food Security: WTO warns Strait of Hormuz disruptions could worsen global food and fertiliser prices. Regenerative Farming: A U.S. farm is scaling a soil-first, livestock-and-compost model while selling direct to consumers. Post-Harvest Innovation: Nigeria’s NSPRI won an international award for a parabolic solar dryer aimed at cutting losses.
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