AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoIrrigation Push in the Philippines: The National Irrigation Administration is moving ahead with a P7.1bn Lower Cabu Irrigation Project in Nueva Ecija to expand irrigated land, boost cropping intensity, and cut farmers’ drought risk. Food Logistics Upgrade: The Philippines Department of Agriculture is accelerating a Clark mega food hub in Pampanga, with P4bn committed and first-phase operations targeted before end-2027, aiming to reduce post-harvest losses and lower consumer costs. Salmon Farming Boom in Japan: Japan’s fresh salmon and trout cultivation is expanding fast, including in Tohoku, as demand rises across Asia and fuel costs pressure coastal operators. GMO Debate, Farmer Viability: A South Africa-focused opinion argues the real question isn’t biotech itself, but whether farmers can stay competitive and earn enough—hunger is framed as an income and access problem. Seed Sovereignty in Bangladesh: Women farmers in Rajshahi are calling for local seed preservation and climate-resilient agroecology, citing community seed banks conserving hundreds of varieties. Sustainable Fisheries in Bangladesh: A fisheries push highlights modern aquaculture, protection of rivers and water bodies, and conservation of indigenous fish to strengthen food security and jobs. Kenya Rangeland Leadership: Indigenous rangeland advocate Kendi Borona is named a Rangeland Hero, spotlighting pastoral land stewardship as climate leadership. Fiji Land Reform Benefits Farmers: Fiji’s land and groundwater support plan includes returning acres to landowners, digitising records, and funding agriculture diversification like coffee and cocoa. Nebraska Biosecurity Law: Nebraska lawmakers advanced LB1096, tightening foreign access rules for critical infrastructure and adding agricultural biosecurity requirements. Kenya Renewable Energy to Carbon-Free Future: Research urges Kenya to extend its clean power success into broader economy-wide decarbonisation through policy, investment, and collaboration. Cyprus Agriculture Strategy: Cyprus’ €109m primary-sector plan (2024–2029) targets higher GDP contribution, sustainability, and resilience, with job creation expected. Bangladesh Economic Reform Framing: Finance leaders stress “democratising the economy,” including farmer support tools like a Farmer Card, as part of broader economic recovery.
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