AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoAgri-Tech & Breeding: Tropic acquired Rahan Meristem to scale gene-edited banana varieties aimed at cutting Panama disease losses and post-harvest waste. Aquaculture & Conservation: A solar-powered mobile lab in The Bahamas has achieved the first successful queen conch hatch, producing about 200 juvenile conch for later release into seagrass habitats. Trade Policy: U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy introduced the Home Market Restoration Act of 2026, proposing higher tariff-rate quotas on shrimp, crawfish, and catfish imports (plus other farm goods) once country-specific limits are hit. Regional Politics & Markets: Mercosur’s June 29 summit in Paraguay highlighted deep fault lines as Argentina’s Milei canceled attendance amid bloc expansion talks and internal tensions. Disaster Impact on Food Systems: Venezuela’s earthquake response remains strained as the death toll tops 1,700 and farmers and residents report limited government help while communities organize supplies. Climate Risk for Farmers: World Food Programme climate insurance is helping farmers in places like Senegal and Syria recover after extreme weather shocks. Food Security Innovation Push: Leaders meeting in Nairobi urged faster scaling of proven ag innovations to boost productivity, jobs, and resilience against climate and economic disruptions.
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