AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 minutes agoWildfire Crisis Shift: Europe’s wildfire emergency eased in western France, Spain and Portugal, but the danger moved to Greece as gale-force winds drove new blazes and hampered firefighting aircraft, forcing fresh evacuations. Heat & Drought Pressure on Farms: France’s worst fire since 1949 was brought under control after massive evacuations, while drought and extreme heat continue to stress European agriculture and water supplies. Cocoa Supply Shock (EU-linked markets): Ghana warned cocoa output could fall 16% in 2026/27 due to El Niño-linked weather swings, swollen shoot virus, aging plantations and illegal mining—raising risks for global chocolate prices. Policy & Farmer Income: Ghana also passed the COCOBOD Bill guaranteeing farmers at least 70% of the FOB export price, aiming to stabilize the cocoa value chain. Animal Health Watch: Bird flu is suspected after mass mortality of greater crested terns in Australia, a reminder of how fast outbreaks can spread to farm animals and wildlife. Agri Tech for Resilience: Greece launched HELLAS-SPACE 2.0 (€350m) to support civil protection and precision agriculture using Earth observation and positioning services.
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