AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoUS Biofuel Policy Update: The IRS and DOE moved to clarify the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit, updating emissions-rate data and the 45ZCF-GREET model so regenerative farm practices can be reflected—commodity groups say it gives farmers more value and the industry more certainty. Harvest Season Reality Checks: Farmers in Virginia report a challenging pumpkin year with late ripening after dry-to-wet swings, while Illinois growers are watching corn and soybean harvest progress and worrying about specialty pumpkin set. Farm Costs Under Pressure: New Brunswick producers say diesel prices are up sharply, squeezing both tractors and delivery costs. Livestock Risk Support: India’s Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying plans a new Livestock Insurance Portal to streamline policies and claims in multiple languages. On-Farm Tech for Loss Prevention: Pune-area pomegranate growers are using CCTV (including solar and night-vision) to curb theft during the harvest window. Local Governance vs Livestock Rules: Wisconsin towns face legal pressure over CAFO ordinances, with farm groups seeking records tied to the advisory group that shaped rules. Aquaculture Welfare: A new manual lays out practical animal-welfare checks for commercial shrimp farming, translating the “Five Freedoms” into field-ready observations.
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