AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoZimbabwe Avocado Watch: Zimbabwe’s avocado industry is targeting about 6,000 tonnes this season as late rains improve fruit size, even if harvesting was delayed; exporters are pushing new markets, including a trial shipment to China, while long-term orchard funding remains a sticking point. Livestock Feed Planning: Zimbabwe’s new Feed and Fodder Dashboard is being rolled out to help livestock farmers and feed makers track availability and prepare for likely El Niño-linked drought. U.S. Wheat Acreage Shift: A historic drop in U.S. wheat acres is tied to profitability and long-term structural decline, with corn and soybeans taking more ground. Farm-to-School & Harvest Education: Partridge Creek Farm opened registration for a Farm to School Summer Camp, and UK’s AHDB-listed wheat variety Crusoe marks 14 years for its reliable milling quality. Weather & Monsoon Moves (India): India says kharif sowing is down over 20% after delayed monsoon rains, but July rainfall is improving and contingency plans are in place for El Niño. On-the-Ground Risks: Golden mussels are disrupting California water systems, while storms and heat have damaged farms and local businesses from Long Island to Kentucky.
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