AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoNew World Screwworm Threat: USDA confirmed New World screwworm larvae in a calf in Zavala County, Texas, triggering a containment zone and renewed warnings to ranchers across the region, with Arkansas advising close herd monitoring. State Response: Colorado Gov. Jared Polis announced a “Response Plan” to protect the state’s cattle industry, including coordination among the state veterinarian, USDA, and livestock partners plus possible emergency orders for animals leaving impacted areas. Cross-Border Trade Impact: Canada moved to restrict U.S. livestock imports tied to Texas after the second case was detected, citing precautionary steps even though colder conditions are expected to limit establishment. Fertilizer Cost Pressure: Reuters reports Brazil’s fertilizer-dependent farmers are getting squeezed as the Iran-Israel conflict disrupts global supply via the Strait of Hormuz, raising prices and forcing some growers to cut back. Local Water Infrastructure: USDA Rural Development approved more than $3.2M for Pomfret, including loans and grants to replace aging water mains and improve reliability and safety. Ag Education & Outreach: Illinois’ Agronomy Days returns through summer, with field days spanning grains and horticulture to share productivity and sustainability updates with growers.
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