AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoFAO Recognition for India’s Food System: PM Narendra Modi was awarded the FAO’s Agricola Medal 2026 in Rome, dedicating it to India’s farmers, herders, fishermen and ag scientists—an international spotlight on food security and sustainable farming. Trade & Input Pressure: Sri Lanka’s rupee slide is raising costs across import-heavy sectors, with exporters warned that depreciation won’t deliver real gains if inputs stay pricey. Crops in Focus: Kashmir growers are seeing early returns from imported Italian/Bulgarian cherry varieties, helped by better tolerance to light rainfall. Connectivity for Ag Economies: China-Russia cooperation is again highlighting agriculture alongside energy and logistics, with officials pointing to stable food and ag flows. Policy Moves in South Asia: Pakistan’s Senate reaffirmed “iron-clad” support for CPEC, with the next phase explicitly naming agriculture and tech as priorities. Organic Push: New Zealand created a dedicated national organic agriculture minister role, signaling stronger support for a fast-growing export segment.
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