AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoEl Niño Food Shock Watch: The WMO says El Niño is developing with an 80–90% chance of hitting June–August 2026, raising the risk of heat and drought that could disrupt crops from Asia to Australia and push food prices higher. Fertiliser Cost Pressure: Rising fertiliser prices are being linked to global supply shocks, with trade disruptions and higher urea costs squeezing farm margins. Locust Risk in Victoria: Agriculture Victoria is urging north-west Victorian landholders to report locust activity early as adult numbers run above normal and egg-laying is underway. Faba Bean Breeding Boost: GRDC-backed work is launching a refreshed national faba bean breeding program aimed at lifting yield, disease resistance and quality as the crop expands. Beef Genetics to China: Australian bull semen exports resume after a five-year break, with ABS Australia shipping 24,000 straws as demand grows for premium beef in China. Regional Funding for SA Farmers: South Australia’s 2026–27 budget includes $8m over four years for the Primary Industries Future Forward Fund to support R&D, sustainability and resilience.
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