AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoFarm Trade: The US and China held their first Trade Council meeting, discussing agricultural trade and a proposed $60 billion in reciprocal tariff cuts. No agreement was announced, and Chinese purchases of US farm goods remain uncertain. Agricultural Cooperation: The Philippines and Brazil signed cooperation agreements covering agriculture and livestock, alongside a pact on competition-law enforcement. Ghana Investment: Ghana’s 2027 budget earmarks $3 billion for commercial agriculture across eight sectors, including rice, poultry and cocoa. A separate $1 billion Pwalugu Dam plan aims to support year-round vegetable production and agro-processing. Livestock Health: More than 90% of South Africa’s cattle herd has received foot-and-mouth disease vaccinations, exceeding the government’s year-end target; booster doses are next. Export Logistics: Nigeria plans to convert Plateau State’s airport into a cargo hub for direct potato and vegetable exports. Seeds: Advanta’s planned acquisition of Egyptian seed company Misr Hytech has cleared regulatory approvals, with closing expected by January 2027.
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