AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoClimate & Disaster Response: Bayambang in Pangasinan declared a state of calamity after Tropical Storms “Luis” and “Maymay” and habagat rains pushed agricultural losses above P31M, hitting 577 farmers and damaging 615.79 hectares, mostly rice. Livestock Health: In Bangladesh’s Char Majhardia, a free vaccination drive covered about 3,000 cows after recent disease deaths. Farmer Support & Policy: Odisha extended paddy procurement registration for kharif to Sept 7, citing flood and heavy-rain disruptions and online registration glitches. Trade & Exports: Pakistan and Saudi Arabia agreed to target $3B in agricultural and food exports over two years, prioritizing rice, red meat, fruits, green fodder and water-efficient farming. Food Security Pressure: The Philippines’ agriculture chief is updating El Niño response plans as drought threatens domestic production and inflation risks linger. Research & Public Health: The U.S. is shuttering two cyclospora research projects, raising concerns as scientists reportedly won’t relocate. Market & Community: Malibu’s farmers market returns to its longtime library location after a permit dispute. Agri-innovation: Vietnam’s Central Highlands is rapidly shifting from coffee to durian as Chinese demand drives expansion.
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