AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoFarm Trade: Kenya will use the Nov. 5–10 China International Import Expo to promote certified, value-added farm goods and build links with Chinese buyers. South Africa’s access to U.S. trade benefits is also under review, with processed fruit, nuts and wine among the exports at stake. Farm Finances: Rising fuel and production costs, tariffs and disrupted trade are adding pressure on U.S. farmers ahead of midterms. In Pakistan, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif ordered action against banks delaying loans to farmers and small businesses. Climate-Ready Farming: An Australian scientist urged Philippine agencies to standardize soil-testing methods so results can guide fertilizer advice for smallholders. In Lanao del Sur, 200 rice farmers received fertilizer and training on production and El Niño adaptation. Environment: Paddy-stubble burning cases fell 27% across seven Indian states, though Punjab still recorded nearly half of the incidents. Equipment and Jobs: Liberia received 304 Chinese-donated agricultural machines, with President Joseph Boakai urging officials to ensure farmers can use them. In Central Washington, women farmworkers say seasonal job opportunities are becoming harder to find.
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