AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoEl Niño Pressure on Food Systems: U.S. forecasters say El Niño has officially begun and could be the strongest this century, raising the odds of droughts and heavy rain that can disrupt farm output and food security across the Americas. Farm Economics Under Stress: A U.S. report warns that even if Iran conflict eases and shipping through the Strait of Hormuz reopens, farmers still face lasting damage from higher fuel and fertilizer costs, with soybean growers expected to lose money again in 2026. Pesticide Health Risks in Agro Regions: In Texas’s Rio Grande Valley, researchers link pesticide exposure to Parkinson’s risk, highlighting how farm chemicals can affect farmworkers and nearby communities. Controlled Environment Agriculture Push: A new analysis says greenhouse-style farming is expanding fast for crops like tomatoes and leafy greens, but it also depends heavily on electricity—raising the sustainability debate. Livestock Traceability Upgrade: Argentina’s Mendoza is moving toward mandatory microchip registration for horses starting in 2027 to improve health tracking and reduce theft. Trade Signals for Producers: Rabobank reports global milk growth is slowing, with weather—especially El Niño—emerging as a key risk for South America’s supply.
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