AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoEl Niño Readiness: Philippines House Speaker Faustino Dy III urged farmers and food agencies to prepare now for an 80% chance of El Niño by Aug 2026, warning of likely below-normal rainfall and dry spells. Food Prices Watch: FAO reported the Food Price Index stayed broadly stable in May, but cereals rose as wheat, maize and other grains faced weather and higher fuel/fertilizer costs. Livestock Biosecurity: USDA confirmed New World screwworm in a Texas calf, triggering emergency response and movement restrictions to protect cattle and pets. Wheat Under Fire: Gaza’s wheat harvest is again threatened by war damage, land destruction and shortages of farming inputs. Trade & Compliance: Philippines customs blocked P7.7m in misdeclared agricultural shipments, including fresh carrots, after physical inspection. Urban Farming Push: Manila’s Luneta Urban Garden showcased automated greenhouse tech for Japanese musk melons to boost local food security. Policy Pressure in the US: House passed a bill cutting WIC fruit and vegetable vouchers by 10%, as grocery prices strain low-income families. Africa Agrifood Support: AfDB and WFP launched a $87m Sudan project to help farmers restore production, cut post-harvest losses and strengthen market links.
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