AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoHarvest Under Pressure: Excess rain and flooding have left Manitoba farmers facing their worst harvest in years, with one producer able to harvest only about 60% of his fields. Saskatchewan is 82% complete, still behind average, as heavy rain threatens crops left in the field. Fuel Costs: Diesel remains near record highs during harvest. Emergency measures easing restrictions on dyed fuel offer farmers some relief, but costs remain steep. Drought and Water: Maharashtra farmers are seeking urgent aid for drought-hit crops, while Telangana officials warn El Niño could strain irrigation and power supplies. Food Safety: Nigeria’s NAFDAC says bean samples contained pesticide residues above safety limits and is stepping up enforcement. Taylor Farms will stop selling U.S. and Canadian iceberg lettuce harvested or processed in Mexico during the rainy season, after a deadly Cyclospora outbreak. Farm Technology: Drones are helping Andhra Pradesh growers tackle labour shortages and cut spraying time; the state offers an 80% purchase subsidy.
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