AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoKansas Wheat Harvest Watch: Southwest Kansas wheat yields are swinging after drought and then rain hit during harvest, with some fields dropping from expected 35–40 bushels/acre to about 20–25, while central/eastern areas face combine delays from storms and persistent humidity. Weather & Field Risk: Producers across the region are also battling weed surges after wet spells, plus hail damage to crops and greenhouse cover in New York’s Dutchess County. Water Crunch: Idaho’s irrigation season is under severe strain as the Idaho Surface Water Coalition cuts deliveries by up to 33% due to record-low snowpack and drought, forcing farmers to decide what to abandon. Global Food Signals: A salmon outlook report forecasts a 15% drop in global 2026 harvests, with Alaska’s Bristol Bay sockeye projected down sharply. Policy & Support: The EU moves to shield farmers from rising fertiliser costs with a €540m push and faster CAP liquidity options, while USDA opens applications for an expanded Specialty Crop Assistance Program. On-the-ground Aid: Harvest Regional Food Bank is seeking volunteers for a corn harvest to supply dozens of pantries.
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