AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoSatellite for farms: K-State and NASA showcased how space-based data can help producers manage water, track crop health, and plan for long-term resilience at Flickner Innovation Farm. Climate-smart training: ICAR urged farmers in mountainous regions to adopt robotics and satellite tools, while Kashmir officials said teams are working to contain an orchard pest tied to leaf disease and premature leaf fall. Drought hits fruit: Croatia’s Neretva Valley mandarins could see 30–40% lower yields after scorching drought, even with irrigation. Soil-saving practices: Jamaica’s RADA promoted mulching to slow heat-driven moisture loss and runoff as El Niño conditions extend dry weather. Farm labor pressure: Australia’s National Farmers’ Federation warned new backpacker visa limits could leave growers short during harvest, raising food-price risk. Diesel squeeze: Indiana farmers face diesel averaging $6.71/gal, with economists warning higher costs may flow into food prices. Local ag politics: BC’s tree-fruit sector launched “Get Ag on the Agenda” forums focused on water, land use, and emergency planning. Community ag education: UH Maui College rolled out free workshops linking indigenous knowledge with hands-on farming and aquaponics. Agri infrastructure snag: Uganda’s Soroti high-value addition facility sits idle despite an AfDB-funded build, with local leaders citing contractor nonperformance.
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