AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoUS–China Tariff Truce for $60B: After Xi’s Washington visit, the US and China agreed to recommend tariff cuts on $60B of “non-sensitive” goods via a new Board of Trade, with agriculture included on the China list (corn, wheat, sorghum, meat, dairy, seafood, vegetable oils) but soybeans notably excluded, keeping a 10% tariff in place and weighing on US soybean demand. Soybean Market Jitters: Soybeans slid to a 2+ week low as traders digested the missing soybean relief; private crushers face tougher economics while state buyers continue most purchases. India Herbicide Ban: India banned Paraquat Dichloride, citing severe risks to people and animals, aligning with nearly 70 countries that restrict it. Mustard Breeding Push: Cibus and Crystal Crop will develop gene-edited traits for India’s mustard (Brassica juncea) to boost yields and reduce reliance on imported edible oils. Floods Hit Farms: Heavy rain in India’s Uttar Pradesh killed at least 81 and damaged farms and homes. Japan Wildlife Pressure: Raccoon damage in Japan is surging, with agricultural losses nearing 700 million yen as they move into cities. Philippines Banana Exports: Davao’s Cavendish banana exports remain a major earner, with bananas driving nearly half of regional export revenue.
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