AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEU Beef Ban Looms: An EU health chief’s office confirmed a full ban on Brazilian beef entering the bloc from Sept. 3, with no carve-outs for regions or individual farms—raising fresh pressure for Brazil’s animal protein exporters. Food Safety & Lettuce: U.S. officials say recalled iceberg lettuce tied to the Cyclospora outbreak is off the market, but consumers should still avoid any recalled products and follow basic food-safety habits. Caribbean Agribusiness Push: CARICOM targets cutting the region’s $6B food import bill by 25%, aiming to unlock about $1.5B a year for local agribusiness—though supply consistency remains the big hurdle. Mexico Avocado Exports: Avocado pickers in Mexico welcome a U.S. export restart, even as security fears continue to shadow shipments. Brazil Trade Moves: India and Brazil reaffirm a goal to reach $30B in bilateral trade by 2030, with cooperation also touching agriculture and market access. El Niño Risk: Authorities warn a Super El Niño could intensify drought and hunger risks across parts of Latin America, including Peru.
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