AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoTrade: India’s free-trade agreement with New Zealand took effect, removing duties on Indian exports and promising up to $20 billion in investment. India has kept safeguards for sensitive farm sectors and set quotas for New Zealand apples and kiwifruit. Climate Stress: El Niño damage in the Philippines’ Central Visayas has topped ₱222 million, affecting about 4,000 farmers and 4,246 hectares; forecasters warn dry conditions could worsen. Market Access: Japan has ended five years of restrictions on Ukrainian poultry, eggs and egg products, opening a new market for producers as the two countries deepen agricultural ties. Farm Pressures: Drought-hit Indian maize supplies are intensifying competition between poultry producers and ethanol makers, while Nashik tomato growers face a sharp price slump alongside water shortages.
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