AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoClimate Pressure on Farms: Europe’s heatwave and drought are cutting harvests and raising costs, with analysts estimating major grain losses and billions in economic damage. Soil-Health Push in India: India’s natural farming drive has pulled 18.19 lakh farmers into regenerative practices across 8.80 lakh hectares, alongside soil health cards and water-smart schemes. Water Crisis in South Asia: Tamil Nadu’s tank network is collapsing—thousands of water tanks are dry or nearly empty—forcing farmers to deepen borewells and strain budgets. Agri-Tech and Research: A Malaysian push aims to boost research on rice, corn, onions and livestock ahead of Budget 2027, while Canada’s growing interest in drone spraying highlights the push for more precise crop protection. Farm Income vs. Costs (US): American growers face a tough fall as fuel and fertilizer costs stay high, squeezing margins even when prices improve. Food Security and War: Black Sea grain disruptions remain severe, with Ukraine’s exports down sharply and Russia weighing new support measures for its grain sector. Solar + Crops: The Vatican is moving ahead with a €100m agrivoltaic solar project designed to power its operations while growing crops underneath. Women in Agriculture: Bangladesh’s FAO-backed farm labs are helping women-led micro-enterprises, but market access and mobility barriers still limit scale. Farm Waste to Batteries: A student’s project uses corn stalks and wheat straw to help recover lithium from salty water, turning residue into a potential low-cost material.
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