AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoAgricultural Investment: Ghana plans to invest US$3 billion in commercial farming, agro-processing and market links across eight industries, from rice and poultry to cocoa. Livestock Health: South Africa says more than 90% of its cattle have been vaccinated against foot-and-mouth disease, exceeding its year-end target as booster doses begin. Animal Alert: New World screwworm was detected in a horse near Tucson, prompting monitoring and precautions from Arizona officials. Climate Resilience: Farmers in Telangana are shifting from water-intensive paddy and maize to drought-tolerant horse gram as El Niño and falling groundwater raise risks. Water Infrastructure: Guyana has added a major dredge to expand drainage and irrigation work, aiming to ease flooding and keep waterways open. Market Pressures: Rice farmers in Ghana say large stocks remain unsold, underscoring the challenge of connecting increased production with reliable buyers.
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