AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoEU Trade Tensions: Brazil says it has made “progress” to resume poultry and honey exports to the EU after an audit, while the EU remains focused on antimicrobial compliance after suspending Brazilian animal-product imports. Global Food Prices: The FAO reports world food prices hit their highest level since late 2022, driven by weather shocks, Black Sea disruptions, and rising sugar and cereal costs. El Niño Pressure: A strengthening “Super El Niño” raises risks of drought and extreme heat, with knock-on effects expected for crops and grocery staples across the Americas. Beef Policy Fallout: New U.S. executive actions aim to boost cattle and lower beef prices, but critics warn wolf-protection rollbacks and tariff-linked import moves could backfire for ranchers and conservation. Biosecurity at the Border: A Reuters investigation highlights how illegal horse trafficking across the Texas–Mexico border can bypass veterinary checks, raising concerns as New World screwworm risk returns. Water & Soil Practices: Iowa’s cover-crop push expands with cost-share support, but critics argue voluntary programs won’t fix water problems without stronger rules.
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