AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoUSDA Data Modernization: The USDA’s NASS rolled out AgInsights, a new mobile-friendly web tool that brings ag stats into one interactive place, aiming to improve timely access for farmers and narrow the digital divide. Drought Relief Push (India): Maharashtra leaders urged the state to declare Latur drought-hit and start urgent crop-loss surveys after Oct 5, with financial help promised while waiting on national funds. Hay Shortage Emergency (US): Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger declared a state of emergency to speed hay deliveries and protect against price gouging as drought tightens feed supplies. Farm Bill Momentum (US): The Agricultural Act of 2026 advanced toward a Senate floor vote after clearing committee, keeping pressure on Congress to pass a new farm bill before Sept. 30. El Niño Stress (Cambodia & Fiji): Cambodian corn farmers are cutting back or abandoning fields as drought and El Niño threaten water and profits; Fiji is warning livestock and crops could worsen through early 2027, urging farmers to plan for feed and water shortfalls. Local Ag Spotlight: Utah launched “Utah’s Own Month” to celebrate local growers and food makers, while a Brooks, Iowa-area market leaned into a “chicken swap” format to draw families and breeders.
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