AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoSNAP Data Gap: A new report warns that Trump’s cancellation of USDA’s long-running food security survey could make it much harder to track whether SNAP cuts are increasing hunger, especially for children, as millions lose benefits and states implement new rules. Ag Processing Expansion: Incobrasa opened a $250M soybean crushing facility in Illinois that doubles capacity to nearly 100 million bushels annually, creating 40 jobs and adding a 5-megawatt solar array. Food Safety Oversight: Agencies are expanding testing for heavy metals in meat and processed foods, adding pressure on processors to meet tighter compliance expectations. Right-to-Repair Momentum: More states and courts continue pushing John Deere repair access, with settlements and rulings giving farmers more control over equipment fixes. Weather & Risk: A heat wave is raising wildfire danger across parts of the West and threatening crop conditions, while freeze damage in Colorado’s fruit belt is forcing growers to write off entire harvests. Trade & Inputs: Analysts flag ongoing input-cost strain and trade uncertainty, including disputes tied to ethanol and beef, as farmers brace for another volatile season.
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