AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoFrance Drought Relief: France announced a €1bn package for farmers hit by record heatwaves and drought, including €520m in rapid payments and a €235m recovery fund for seeds, feed and other restart costs. Regulatory Clarity for Farmers: In the U.S., the EPA and Army Corps reopened the fight over “Waters of the U.S.” (WOTUS), aiming to settle which waterways fall under federal Clean Water Act rules—an issue that can affect land use and farm operations. Trade Pressure on Ag: New U.S.–Canada tariffs are set to raise costs and disrupt dairy-linked supply chains, with Canada a major buyer of U.S. agricultural goods. Climate Risk Support: Saskatchewan expanded flexibility in the 2026 AgriStability program for producers hit by excess moisture and flooding, including late enrolment until Oct. 1. Farm Finance for Smallholders: IFAD and the Bank of Kigali signed a $12m financing deal to improve access to credit for Rwanda farmers’ organizations and smallholders, targeting maize, rice, cassava, dairy and horticulture. Livestock Recovery in Cebu: Cebu’s hog sector plans to rebuild herds with distribution of 400 premium-bred gilts to farmers as prices and African Swine Fever risks weigh on production. Local Market Access: Wisconsin confirmed a first Eastern Equine Encephalitis case in a horse, urging vigilance for symptoms and mosquito-borne risk. Agriculture Research Boost: The University of Kentucky received over $26m in USDA funding for a new forage and animal production research facility.
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