AGP Executive Report
Last update: 36 minutes agoEU Food Exports Pressure: Zelenskyy urged the EU to raise quotas for Ukrainian food exports, arguing war blocks shipments while quota limits still bite. Trade Shock for Agriculture: The US-Canada trade talks collapsed and 50% US tariffs kicked in; Canada says it will retaliate dollar-for-dollar from Sept 8, with agricultural equipment and dairy among targeted sectors—raising uncertainty for farm-linked supply chains. Heat, Water and Crops: Europe’s “exceptional” heat is drying rivers to record lows (Rhine at breaking point), threatening inland transport, power generation and water supply—while drought and wildfires keep piling pressure on farming. UK Fruit Supply Warning: A UK Food Foundation warning says heat-stressed growing regions abroad underpin much of the UK’s fruit and veg, risking future price spikes and shortages. Animal Health Watch: Scotland reported rising bluetongue cases, with control zones introduced as outbreaks spread. Farm Safety: A Spanish cattle farmer in Cantabria died after being gored by his own bull, underscoring ongoing risks on livestock farms.
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