AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoFarm Resilience in Wisconsin: After an extremely dry May, Wisconsin farmers say rain is finally helping crops like corn sprout, though they warn it’s only a short reprieve. Animal Health Rules: Georgia and Florida moved fast after the New World screwworm was confirmed in Texas, tightening interstate movement requirements for warm-blooded animals. Ghana Budget Fight: Ghana’s agriculture and finance ministries are at odds over whether GH¢1.677bn was released for 2026 farming programs, with MoFA disputing the Finance Ministry’s figures. U.S. Politics Meets Farm Reality: President Trump held a Wisconsin agriculture roundtable, touting jobs, tax benefits, and possible new payments for farmers amid tariff pressure. Local Markets, Local Food: Palace City Farmers Market in South Dakota opens its 2026 season, while WIC farmers market benefits in Georgia are set to boost access to fresh produce. Poultry Biosecurity: British Columbia is funding high-risk Fraser Valley poultry farms with tech to reduce avian influenza risk. Trade & Enforcement: The Philippines’ customs agency blocked a P7.7m attempt to smuggle misdeclared agricultural goods at Manila’s port. Market Watch: Soybeans and corn slid again as weather looks favorable but export demand stays soft.
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