AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoEl Niño Watch: The World Meteorological Organization says El Niño is strengthening fast and could bring heatwaves, drought, heavy rain and other extremes—an early warning for Latin American farm planning and water management. Global Food Prices: The FAO Food Price Index edged down in June as cereals, sugar and dairy eased, while meat and vegetable oils rose—good news for importers, but volatility remains. Meat Trade Pressure in Brazil: Brazil’s Agriculture Ministry has started new meat inspection procedures to meet EU antimicrobial rules ahead of a September risk of import bans affecting beef, poultry, eggs and live animals. Brazil–EU Market Access: The inspection push is aimed at avoiding an EU ban tied to antimicrobial substance restrictions, with Reuters citing a government document to federal auditors. Animal Health & Supply Chains: USDA data shows US cotton export sales weakening, while FAO’s meat index hit another record high in June—signals that protein markets may stay tight even as some crops soften. Policy Shock for North America: US officials declined to renew USMCA in its current form, setting up annual reviews—raising uncertainty for cross-border ag trade flows.
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