AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoAgrivoltaics Push: India’s energy minister Pralhad Joshi says farmers can earn from crops and clean power on the same land, with a new PM-KUSUM agrivoltaics component aimed at small farmers and keeping land ownership with them. Climate-Smart Farming: Research from drought-prone Ethiopia finds simple soil-and-water practices (like bunds and residue mulching) can cut soil loss sharply and boost wheat yields by over 27%. EU Health & Climate: The EU is preparing for more heatwaves, wildfires and expanding mosquito/tick-borne disease risks, with HERA highlighted as part of the response. Belgian Food Industry: Clarebout Potatoes proposes closing its Moeskroen 1 frozen-potato plant, potentially affecting up to 392 jobs, citing pressure in the market. Sustainable Feed Progress: FEFAC reports progress under its Feed Sustainability Charter 2030 as the EU moves forward on its Protein Plan and Livestock Strategy. Environment at Sea: A shipping coalition warns that geopolitical tensions and the shadow fleet are undermining freedom of navigation and raising costs. Biodiversity & Conservation: Rwanda’s Kwita Izina gorilla naming ceremony welcomed 22 new baby gorillas, stressing community-linked conservation. Animal Welfare: South Africa’s police dog K9 Sky (a Belgian Malinois) was euthanised after severe injuries linked to months of confinement.
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