AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoSecurity & Rural Impact (UK): A farmer’s 999 call helped trigger arrests of five men near RAF Fairford, after three suspicious vans were spotted close to the US-linked base used for Iran strikes; police later evacuated about 85 households, while officials debated how quickly the response moved and whether an Iran-linked motive is most likely. Animal Welfare & Trade (Ireland–France): Animal groups issued legal notices to Irish Ferries over alleged EU breaches in transporting unweaned calves, arguing feeding/rest rules aren’t met and calling for operations to stop or be suspended. Farm Costs & Energy (Europe/UK): Diesel prices stayed near record highs in the UK amid global oil shocks, with knock-on pressure for farmers and food prices; Croatia also signalled a possible diesel drop. Food Safety (EU/Global): A reminder of how quickly contamination can hit supply chains, from aflatoxin risks in hazelnuts to ongoing scrutiny of food safety controls. Sustainable Farming & Nature (Cocoa/Europe): Research highlights that protecting pollinators and biodiversity-friendly systems can boost cocoa yields, offering a nature-led route amid climate and disease pressures. Logistics & Agri-Trade (EU): China-Europe rail freight growth continues, with implications for faster movement of goods into Poland and wider EU markets.
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