AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoRussia-Iran Trade Friction: Rosselkhoznadzor says Iranian flower shipments were “Armenian in origin,” asking Iran to halt export licenses for local flower firms until talks; it also banned five Turkish fruit exporters over pest concerns, adding pressure to South Caucasus growers. Iraq Seed Security: Iraq’s Agriculture Ministry announced it produced “Super S” grade potato seeds, passing top-tier testing and aiming to strengthen food sovereignty and reduce reliance on imports. Middle East War’s Food-Fuel Link: The U.S. carried out a tenth straight night of Iran strikes to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while oil and fuel prices climbed and Middle East conflict risks worsening food security and farm input costs. Arable Innovation Under Pressure: Federated Farmers named 2026 Arable Award finalists, highlighting on-farm milling and seed/soil innovations as fuel and fertiliser costs bite amid regional instability. Export Push to Iraq: APEDA backed Uttarakhand’s first frozen French fries export (24 MT) to Iraq, targeting value-added agri trade despite logistics hurdles. Syria Mine Contamination: Syria’s emergency ministry says about 80% remains contaminated by war remnants, with hundreds of clearance operations and public awareness efforts underway.
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