AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoFarm Economy Update (Philippines): The Philippine Statistics Authority says agricultural output rebounded in Q2, rising 2.9% year-on-year to P452.22 billion on stronger crops, poultry, livestock and fisheries, with crops up 1.6% and palay up 5.7%. Labor & Harvest Timing (US): A Pennsylvania farm hiring South African workers via the H2A program says the crew helped with field work, but notes they arrived later than ideal for sweet corn harvest planning. Climate Shock & Food Security (Global/UN): The UN World Food Programme warns El Niño could drive acute hunger for ~50 million people, as drought, heat and flooding hit harvests while fertilizer and energy costs climb. Drought & Water Stress (UK/Wales): North Wales farmers are being forced to use winter feed early as drought cuts grass growth, while the UK faces fears of smaller, pricier vegetables after a brutal, dry summer. Policy & Farm Bill Politics (US): Senate farm bill talks hinge on SNAP cost-sharing, with lawmakers arguing over how states should handle error-rate rules. Water & Soil Solutions (US): A shared-equipment grant in North Carolina helps small farms access tillage and cover-crop tools without buying equipment outright. Crop Protection (Iowa): Iowa State Extension warns erratic weather is boosting pest pressure, including spider mites in hot, dry conditions.
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