AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoClimate and Food Security: COP31 opened in Türkiye as the WMO warned 2026 is on track to be among the four hottest years on record, with intensifying El Niño raising risks of drought, heat and disrupted harvests. Leaders are under pressure to turn climate pledges into accessible adaptation finance. Livestock Biosecurity: A shortage of sterile flies has hampered efforts to contain New World screwworm, now detected in US cattle after spreading through Mexico. Mexico and Panama produce about 150 million flies a week, less than a third of the level experts say is needed; a US facility is not expected to begin production until 2027. Trade: China extended its suspension of an additional 24% tariff on US imports through Jan. 10, while further tariff cuts are expected to cover products including beef, pork, dairy, corn and wheat. Farm Investment: Tanzania is seeking private investment in cold-chain facilities to cut post-harvest losses and grow horticultural exports, with officials stressing the need for reliable storage and refrigerated transport from farms to markets. Farm Finances: US family farms are increasingly turning to farm festivals and other visitor attractions for income as costs rise and grain prices stagnate.
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