AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoFarm Costs: California diesel topped $8 a gallon on Oct. 1, adding to pressure on farmers and truck operators as global supply disruptions drive fuel prices higher. England Drought: Severe drought has been declared across parts of southern England after the driest April-to-September period in more than a century. Wiltshire councillors will consider a partnership and action plan to strengthen farm water storage, soil health and food security. El Niño Readiness: South Africa is preparing for a potentially strong El Niño in the 2026/27 season, with grain-producing provinces among the most exposed. Officials say stronger dam levels, soil moisture and grain stocks offer some protection. Climate-Resilient Crops: Ivory Coast researchers have developed 11 cocoa varieties that performed well in water-stress tests, aiming to protect the world’s top cocoa-producing sector from declining rainfall. Drought Protection: Zimbabwe plans a $500 million buffer of cash and grain to safeguard food supplies and support local farmers if dry conditions hit the coming season.
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