AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoNew World screwworm threat: USDA says it’s backing the fight as the parasite spreads; after detections in Texas and New Mexico, states are tightening animal travel rules from “infested zones,” raising the risk that pet owners get blindsided when flying with animals. Florida freeze recovery: The White House has requested $87.6B in supplemental aid, including $1.1B for Florida producers still recovering from the historic winter freeze, with Florida Farm Bureau and citrus groups urging Congress to move fast. Farm bill momentum (dairy): A Senate farm bill discussion draft is pushing dairy policy forward, with Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative highlighting support for dairy indemnity and forward pricing changes. Input-cost pressure: Trump is also seeking additional farm aid tied to high fuel and fertilizer costs, aiming to help growers through spring planting. Drought and water limits: Charlotte County reports drought impacts like a dried canal and struggling tomato crops, while Collier County keeps a July 4 fireworks burn ban in place due to dry conditions. Food safety: Reser’s Fine Foods recalled ready-to-eat pasta salad over misbranding and undeclared allergens shipped to Florida. Coastal wildlife: Gulfarium released rehabilitated sea turtles back into the Gulf.
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