AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoUS Farm Policy Shake-Up: Trump says ranchers and farmers should be allowed to process and sell their own meat, aiming to break the “Big Four” packer grip; USDA officials also promise “waiving red tape” and easier sales across state lines. Trade Pressure on Crops: Minnesota farmers are frustrated by new 50% tariffs on some Canadian goods, while Canada’s farm lobby warns food and ag products must be kept out of tariff fights. Biofuels Uncertainty: U.S. farmers question EPA’s small refinery exemption approach under the Renewable Fuel Standard, warning it could cut soybean biodiesel demand and hit prices. India Pulse Boost: India raises certified pulse seed subsidies—tur, urad and lentil up to 100% (max ₹12,000/quintal)—to support growers. Organic Supply Chain Fix: Ireland launches OBLIG to connect organic farmers, finishers, processors and retailers and reduce “leakage” into conventional channels. Drought and Flood Fallout: Philippines farmers in Pangasinan report monsoon flooding ruining seedlings, while drought-hit pasture regions push changes to protected cheese feed rules in France. EU Support for Inputs: The EU approves €285m Italian state aid to cushion agriculture and fisheries from higher fuel and fertiliser costs.
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