AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEl Niño Preparations: The Philippines is expanding solar-powered irrigation in Eastern Visayas, where a new project will supply year-round water to 70 hectares and cut farmers’ fuel costs. In Ilocos Sur, Candon is preparing for drought that could affect 5,000 rice farmers, with nearly 70% of the city’s rice land already showing signs of drying. Farm Finance: More than 5,700 farmer groups in Kenya’s Homa Bay County received Sh28.8 million in grants to support rice, coffee, banana, cotton and dairy production. Supply Chains: Philippine ube exports are growing, but production is falling, raising concerns that farmers and processors may struggle to meet international demand. Weather Risks: Heavy rain and flooding have damaged harvest-ready crops in Nepal, threatening grain quality and raising the prospect of higher food imports. Farmer Markets: A report on regenerative farming in Ireland says direct sales and local food schemes could help farmers retain more value and gain greater influence over prices.
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